Are all physical characteristics passed down from generation to generation needed for the survival of species?

Describe the response the kidneys have to dehydration and excessive water intake. what happens to the concentration of urine in each case ?

When mendel crossed a true-breeding short plant with a true-breeding tall plant all the offspring were tall. which term describes the gene for tallnes?

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