After a Long Week of Sunbathing on the Beach,what Type

question 34

Multiple Choice

After a long week of sunbathing on the beach,what type of DNA damage might you be concerned about?

• A)photolyase-induced mutations
• B)decreased telomere length
• C)thymine dimers
• D)uvr A,B,and C

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Definitions:

Insecta

The class of arthropods that includes insects, characterized by a three-part body, compound eyes, antennae, and, typically, two pairs of wings.

Exoskeleton

An external skeleton, such as the shell of mollusks or outer covering of arthropods; provides protection and sites of attachment for muscles. Compare with endoskeleton.

Desiccation

The process of drying out or removing moisture.

Locomotion

The ability to move from one place to another, utilized by organisms to find food, escape predators, or seek other necessities.