Because Silica Resists Compression, Spiny Remains of Fossils of _______

question 228

Multiple Choice

Because silica resists compression, spiny remains of fossils of _______ can be used in "Earth-friendly" insecticides, to physically disrupt insect body functions in insects.

• A) radiolarians
• B) brown algae
• C) foraminiferans
• D) diatoms
• E) euglenids

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Definitions:

Stratum Granulosum

Layer of cells in the epidermis filled with granules of keratohyalin.

Keratinocytes

The primary type of cell found in the epidermis, responsible for producing keratin, a protein that gives skin its strength and resilience.

Psoriasis

A chronic skin condition characterized by red, inflamed patches covered with silvery scales resulting from an accelerated lifecycle of skin cells.

Silvery Scales

often describes skin conditions or features of animals where the skin or outer covering appears shiny and flake-like.