The Science of ____ Explains the Origin and Persistence of Life

question 29

Multiple Choice

The science of ____ explains the origin and persistence of life, and studies the changes in living things.

• A) nanotechnology
• B) biology
• C) pharmacology
• D) mathematics
• E) chemistry

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Definitions:

Prop Root

An adventitious root that arises from the stem and provides additional support for a plant such as corn.

Buttress Root

A bracelike root at the base of certain trees that provides upright support.

Pneumatophore

Roots that extend up out of the water in swampy areas and are thought to provide aeration between the atmosphere and submerged roots.

Storage Root

A root modified for the storage of nutrients and energy, typically in the form of carbohydrates, as seen in carrots and beets.