Phytoliths

question 36

Multiple Choice

Phytoliths

• A)are crystals created in epidermal cells.
• B)can be composed of calcium oxalate.
• C)remain intact in the soil for thousands of years.
• D)can be used to identify plant species.
• E)are described by all of thesE.

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Definitions:

Sister Chromatids

Identical copies of a chromosome connected by a centromere, formed during the S phase of cell division and eventually separated into daughter cells.

Original Chromosome

Refers to the initial form and structure of a chromosome before any genetic alterations, mutations, or replication processes.

Sickle-cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder characterized by red blood cells that assume a sickle shape, leading to various complications such as pain and anemia.

Chemical Bases

Substances that can accept hydrogen ions in solution, often characterized by the presence of a hydroxide ion.