Which of the Following Would Be Most Significant in Understanding

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most significant in understanding the structure of an ecological community?

• A) determining how many species are present overall
• B) determining which particular species are present
• C) determining the kinds of interactions that occur among organisms of different species
• D) determining the relative abundance of species
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

SRY Gene

A gene on the Y chromosome that triggers male development, including the formation of testes, in mammals.

Homologous Chromosomes

In a nucleus, pair of chromosomes that have the same length, shape, and genes.

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

A genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness due to alterations of a protein called dystrophin that helps keep muscle cells intact.

Chromosome Deletions

Genetic mutations involving the loss of a segment of DNA from a chromosome, potentially causing diseases or disorders.