The First Structure to Be Disturbed by Sound Waves Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

The first structure to be disturbed by sound waves is the

• A) stapes.
• B) tympanic membrane.
• C) oval window.
• D) round window.
• E) malleus.

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Definitions:

Hershey and Chase

Scientists who conducted experiments in 1952 proving that DNA, not protein, is the genetic material in bacteriophages.

Polynucleotide Strand

A sequence of nucleotides that forms part of a nucleic acid molecule.

Template Strand

The strand of DNA that serves as the guide for the synthesis of messenger RNA during transcription.

Telomeres

The caps at the end of each strand of DNA that protect chromosomes from deterioration or from fusion with neighboring chromosomes.