A "Googol" Is the Term Given to the Number 10¹⁰⁰

question 18

Essay

A "googol" is the term given to the number 10¹⁰⁰ (that is, the number 1 followed by 100 zeros). Given a double-stranded DNA molecule of length n base pairs, how big does n have to be to yield more than a googol of possible sequences?

Identify different elements of the cycle of infection.

Understand the body's defense mechanisms against pathogens and disease.

Differentiate between various types of infections and their causes.

Analyze factors influencing host susceptibility to infections.

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Definitions:

Energy Content

The total amount of energy available in a food item or fuel source, typically measured in calories or joules.

Organism

Any living system consisting of one or more cells.

High Degree

A level of measurement or quantity that is considerably above the average or typical range.

Order

A taxonomic category made up of related families.