Which of the Following Is a Good Example of a Negative

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a good example of a negative externality?

• A) A forest that absorbs carbon dioxide and generates oxygen.
• B) A landfill that creates undesirable odors on surrounding property.
• C) A "big box" retail store that outcompetes existing retail stores.
• D) A rose garden in your front yard.

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Definitions:

Nuclear Division

The process by which a nucleus divides, resulting in the segregation of the genome to distinct nuclei.

Cytoplasmic Division

The process by which a cell divides its cytoplasm to form two daughter cells, typically occurs during cytokinesis.

G₁ Phase

The first phase of the cell cycle in which the cell grows and prepares DNA synthesis.

G₂ Phase

The phase in the cell cycle that follows DNA synthesis (S phase) and precedes mitosis (M phase); it is a period of growth and preparation for cell division.