The Full Extent of the Diversity and Abundance of Life

question 35

Multiple Choice

The full extent of the diversity and abundance of life on earth has only been understood in the past few years as a result of

• A)microscopy techniques to identify the vast quantity of viruses present in all environments.
• B)advances in deep oceanography and deep earth mining engineering.
• C)environmental movements to preserve parks, coral reefs, and glaciers.
• D)techniques to identify organisms that do not rely on culturing.

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Definitions:

Epilepsy

A neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures, caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

A rare neurological disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks part of its peripheral nervous system.

Peripheral Nervous System

The portion of the nervous system that lies outside the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

A rare autoimmune disorder that can lead to muscle weakness, numbness, and paralysis.