Why might a cell NOT need to duplicate? (select all of that apply) 1. That cell is no longer needed in the body
2.it is unhealthy
3. it is efficient at its job
4.the tissue it is a part of does not need growth or replacement

Awoman whose sister tested positive for a specific mutation in the brca1 gene, which increases the risk for breast and ovarian cancer, is found not to have that mutation but does have a mutation of unknown significance near the known mutation site. how should this woman be counseled? select one: a. she should be informed that her risk for breast cancer is greater than the general population but not as great as her sister’s risk. b. she should be informed that because she does not have the mutation, her risk for breast cancer is not greater than that of the general population. c. she should be informed of her gene mutation status and be presented with all the available prophylaxis options and reconstruction options. d. she should be informed that she does not have the specific mutation but that because another mutation is present she should be vigilant about screening

Which of the following is a true statement? question 8 options: populations can't evolve, only individual organisms. individuals have adaptations that can change over time. individuals have traits that may or may not make them successful at reproduction. individuals evolve to have adaptations.

Which of the following is an abiotic factor in an ecosystem? a. bacteriab. airc. niched. grass(abiotic=non-living) me !