In Turkeys, the Breast (Flight) Muscles Are Light in Color

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Essay

In turkeys, the breast (flight) muscles are light in color, while in mallard ducks they are dark.What does this tell you about the flight capabilities of these two birds?

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Definitions:

Hypothesis

In an experiment, a prediction of the relationship between two or more concepts (plural: hypotheses).

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Confidentiality

The ethical principle or legal right that a physician or other healthcare professional will hold secret all information relating to a patient unless the patient gives consent permitting disclosure.

Sample

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