Chapter 3 Gives a Number of Examples of How Animals

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Essay

Chapter 3 gives a number of examples of how animals have been used in research. Do you believe that this use of animals is justified? Construct an argument using examples from the reading.

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Definitions:

Rods And Cones

The two types of photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are responsible for vision; rods detect light and darkness, while cones are responsible for color vision.

Salivary Gland

An exocrine gland in the mouth that produces saliva, which aids in digestion and helps maintain oral health.

Hair Cells

Specialized cells located in the inner ear that convert sound waves into electrical signals which can be interpreted by the brain.

Basilar Cells

Specialized cells found in the organ of Corti within the cochlea of the inner ear, which play a role in the hearing process by supporting the hair cells responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals.