The Ames Test Is Useful as a Rapid Screening Test

question 13

Multiple Choice

The Ames test is useful as a rapid screening test to identify those compounds that

• A)will respond to chemical agents.
• B)are mutagens.
• C)respond to the deletion of DNases.
• D)will protect an organism from cancer.
• E)will respond to chemical agents AND will protect an organism from cancer.

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Definitions:

Sclerenchyma

A type of plant tissue known for its thick, lignified cell walls, which provide structural support.

Fibers

Indigestible plant substances consisting mostly of cellulose, aiding in digestion and bowel health.

Sclereids

Thick-walled, often branched cells found in plants that provide support and deter herbivory.

Guard Cells

Pairs of cells surrounding stomata in plant leaves and stems, regulating gas exchange and water loss by controlling the opening and closing of stomata.