Cells that are unique in their ability to form other cells are called stem cells and are commonly used in to create new cells and tissues for treating illnesses like diabetes and parkinson disease.

How is ribosomal rna useful as a molecular clock? a. a large portion of the dna ring is not vital to structure or function, allowing it to accumulate neutral mutations. b. its rate of mutation increases over time as organisms continue to evolve and differentiate from each other. c. a slow mutation rate makes it useful for determining evolutionary relationships between ancient species. d. it is only found in select organisms, making it easier to compare relationships between species that have it.

The embryos of a bird, a reptile, and a mammal are similar in appearance. how does comparing the physical appearance of embryos of different species support the theory of evolution? a. it shows that these organisms share a common ancestor. b. it provides evidence that these organisms eat the same foods.c. it shows that these organisms share the same habitat.d. it provides evidence that these organisms suffered a genetic mutation.

Aragonite shells of clams, snails, or scleractinian corals may be preserved unaltered in cenozoic deposits, but they are generally dissolved or recrystallized in older deposits. true or false