Mutations result either from errors in DNA replication or from the damaging effects of mutagens, such as chemicals and radiation, which react with DNA and change the structures of individual nucleotides. All cells possess DNA-repair enzymes that attempt to minimize the number of mutations that occur
Answer:
C. Aldosterone increases sodium reabsorption by increasing the number of Na+-K+ ATPase pumps in the luminal membrane of the proximal tubule.
Explanation;
- Aldosterone hormone is produced by the adrenal gland and mainly carries out its functions in the kidney.Through the aldosterone hormone the body is able to retain more water for the kidney is able to hold more sodium.
- When the plasma sodium levels decrease and the plasma potassium levels increase the production of aldosterone hormone is stimulated for sodium is needed in the .body to maintain the high water levels in the body.
· Abiotic factors are nonliving, such as temperature, sunlight, and soil in an ecosystem.
· Biotic factors are the living parts of an ecosystem, such as plants and animals.
Given the above, the biotic factor listed is evergreen trees in a coniferous forest.
The other options - soil, precipitation, and temperature - are abiotic.
Answer:
<span>C. evergreen trees present in a coniferous forest
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The scrotum functions to keep the testes at an optimum temperature
