Why do you think the defense mechanisms we have discussed thus far in this unit are considered “non-specific” resistance? What do you think is meant by specific resistance?

Explain how organisms could be harmed by high levels of salt from roadways?

Veins have a much lower blood pressure than arteries. which of these prevents backflow of blood in veins? a. pressure applied by the heart b. one–way valves in veins c. thin muscular walls of veins

In the united states there are strict fishing seasons and limits, but not all countries enforce similar laws. in bangladesh there are few if any fishing restrictions. what might be the reason for less restrictions in smaller countries like bangladesh? a) the united states is the only country worried about overfishing. b) the united states wants to limit the supply of fish to increase the price. c) bangladesh and smaller countries have an unlimited supply of fish in their coastal waters. d) small countries, such as bangladesh, are practicing subsistence fishing, taking only the fish needed to survive.