Which Animal Is Most Likely to Have the Advantage of Migration

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which animal is most likely to have the advantage of migration to a warmer region as winter approaches?

• A) Adult white footed mouse
• B) Lemming
• C) Alpine marmot
• D) Bighorn sheep

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Definitions:

Transformation

In genetics, a process by which the genetic material carried by an individual cell is altered by the incorporation of foreign DNA from its surroundings.

Sex Pilus

A thin, tube-like structure used by some bacteria to transfer genetic material to another bacterium during conjugation.

Circular Chromosome

A type of chromosome that is formed in a circular shape, commonly found in bacteria and some archaea.

Mitochondria

Organelles within cells that are responsible for producing energy through the process of oxidative phosphorylation.