A gene is being copied to be passed from a parent to an offspring. While being copied from the parent, a small change happens to the gene so that it is not the same. A copying error. What is it called when this
occurs?
Mitosis
Mutation
Carrier
Clone

Fugu, also known as puffer fish, is a sushi delicacy that can also be lethal. puffer fish contain a powerful toxin that can kill an adult a few hours after ingestion. sushi chefs who prepare fugu must be specially trained because any contamination of the toxin-free areas of the fish can be deadly. recently this toxin has been put to good use, as scientists have discovered that a purified form of it can treat severe pain in cancer patients. this recent scientific discovery would fall under which area of chemistry? applied biochemistry pure organic chemistry pure physical chemistry applied inorganic chemistry

4. absorption has the highest risk of overdose due to increased potency. a. rectal b. oral c. transdermal d. intranasal

15. which of the following is not human-caused groundwater pollution? a. water in an aquifer dissolves elements such as arsenic and mercury from surrounding rock. b. water in an aquifer is contaminated by leachate that seeps into the ground from a landfill. c. water in an aquifer becomes polluted with chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing, or fracking. d. water in an aquifer absorbs harmful bacteria from the drainage field of a septic tank.