The Lowest Dose at Which a Particular Response May Occur

question 4

Multiple Choice

The lowest dose at which a particular response may occur is:

• A) threshold.
• B) latency.
• C) synergism.
• D) None of these is correct.

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Definitions:

Cell Wall

The structure outside the plasma membrane of certain cells; may contain cellulose (plant cells), chitin (most fungal cells), peptidoglycan and/or lipopolysaccharide (most bacterial cells), or other material.

Prokaryotes

Microorganisms that lack a distinct nucleus and other organelles due to the absence of internal membranes, including bacteria and archaea.

Bacteria

Bacteria are microscopic, single-celled organisms found everywhere on Earth, with roles ranging from aiding digestion to causing disease.

Protists

A diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms, which are neither plants, animals, nor fungi, often found in moist or aquatic environments.