Suppose you have identified a type of lizard that seems to have acquired a mutation in which hindlimbs are absent. Which gene, also responsible for the loss of limbs in snakes, may be mutated in this animal

What is a general feature of a species that varies from one individual to the next (skin tone,eye color or hair color)? a.organism b.trait c.character

Which of the following is one way in which organisms such as clown fish and sea turtles are able to overcome the many dangers that their offspring encounter and ensure that their species population numbers stay relatively steady

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.)