One of the Most Important Defoliating Insects Is the Gypsy

question 139

Multiple Choice

One of the most important defoliating insects is the gypsy moth caterpillar,which feeds on foliage of shade,forest,and fruit trees.A homeowner lives in an area in which the gypsy moth has become a problem.She wishes to spray the trees on her property before more defoliation occurs.She needs 128 ounces of a solution made up of 3 parts of insecticide A and 5 parts of insecticide B.The solution is then mixed with water.How many ounces of insecticide A should be used?

• A) 16
• B) 38.4
• C) 48
• D) 52
• E) 68

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Definitions:

Gap Junctions

Specialized cell-cell connections that enable direct communication by allowing the transfer of ions and small molecules between neighboring cells.

ATP

ATP, a molecule responsible for transporting energy throughout cells for metabolic processes.

Phospholipids

A class of lipids that are a major component of all cell membranes as they can form lipid bilayers due to their amphiphilic characteristic.

Phagocytosis

The cellular process of engulfing solid particles by the cell membrane to form an internal compartment known as a phagosome.