A biologist studying an unknown pathogen discovers the following characteristics: • The pathogen contains DNA
• There is no cell membrane present
There is a simple protein capsid surrounding the genetic material

Based on the characteristics of the unknown pathogen, a biologist would most likely classify this as a ___

Iwill mark brainliest and all that sha-bang. what is the function of the endocrine system? a. control longer term response in the body. b. transmit messages throughout the body. c. remove waste from the body. d. all of the above

When fossil fuels are burned, carbon dioxide is released. how does this gas impact the environment?

Mr. j, age 42, is a construction worker in las vegas. he recently noticed that a mole on his face seemed to be getting larger and darker. at first he did not worry because he was in the sun a lot and assumed the change may have been caused by sunburn. after a month, not only was the mole larger and darker, but it appeared to be “bumpy.” his doctor diagnosed a malignant melanoma skin cancer following biopsy of the nevus. mr. j reports pain in his right shin that does not go away when he puts his feet up or sleeps. discussion questions 1. relate mr. j’s skin changes to the warning signs for malignant melanoma. (see malignant melanoma.) 2. discuss the normal progression of this malignancy. what is the significance of the bone pain that mr. j is experiencing? (see malignant melanoma.) 3. discuss the treatment available for this patient and the prognosis for recovery. (see malignant melanoma.)