After making an observation, a scientist develops a(n) which is a possible explanation for a natural event that is based on existing knowledge and can be tested by experiments.

a. experiment
b. hypothesis
c. results
d. observation

Mouse liver cells were homogenized and the homogenate subjected to equilibrium density-gradient centrifugation with sucrose gradients. fractions obtained from these gradients were assayed for marker molecules (i.e., molecules that are limited to specific organelles). the results of these assays are shown in the figure. the marker molecules have the following functions: cytochrome oxidase is an enzyme involved in the process by which atp is formed in the complete aerobic degradation of glucose or fatty acids; ribosomal rna forms part of the protein-synthesizing ribosomes; catalase catalyzes decomposition of hydrogen peroxide; acid phosphatase hydrolysis monophosphoric esters at acid ph; cytidylyltransferase is involved in phospholipid biosynthesis; and amino acid permease aids in transport of amino acids across membranes. a) name the marker molecule and give the number of the fraction that is most enriched for each of the following cell components: lysosomes; peroxisomes; mitochondria; plasma membrane; rough endoplasmic reticulum; smooth endoplasmic reticulum.

Need an answer asap 45 points and brainlest to the first person to answer why do scientific theories, such as biological and chemical evolution, represent the strongest explanation of the changes observed in the fossil record. must be in sentence form how can scientific theories on evolution and the fossil record change over time? must be in sentence form

1. which of the following transport mechanisms utilizes energy? a. osmosis b. diffusion c. facilitated diffusion d. endocytosis