Chemical groups attached to a carbon skeleton that affect molecular function are called:

Where is a capsule found in a bacterial cell?

The G1, S, and G2 phases of the cell cycle are collectively known as: 

The lagging strand of DNA is built in pieces called:

Where in a bacterial cell would you find the bacterial chromosome?

Legun’s blood type is AB and his sister’s blood type is O.  Which of the following is a possible genotype for the other parent?

Somatic cells divide through _________, while germ cells divide through _________.

Missing genetic material is usually less harmful than extra genetic material.

this is a media commentAUDIO CASE: Please read the questions below first and then listen to the audio file to help you answer the questions below.  A 74 year-old male presents to your clinic reporting gradual worsening of speech function over the last 10 years. His medical history is otherwise unavailable to you. A. Based on the audio sample, list at least two perceptually deviant speech characteristics that you hear (2 points) and tell me what speech subsystem (i.e. respiratory, laryngeal, velopharyngeal, etc.) each feature highlights for you (2 points).  B. What motor speech diagnoses do you think most accurately describes this patient (1 point)?  

A 78 year-old male presents to your multi-disciplinary clinic for a baseline evaluation of speech and swallowing function. The medical history is significant for progressive weakness of the right arm and leg. Additionally, examinations reveal hyperreflexia and weakness of the right lower face, right lingual fasciculations and diffuse atrophy. Perceptually, the patient’s vocal quality is strained. The patient exhibits signs of pseudobulbar affect and denies knowledge of his deficits. A. Does this patient exhibit UMN signs, LMN signs, or both? Explain your answer (2 points).