Hemoglobin diseases are believed to be protective against the mosquito-borne protozoan parasite Plasmodium falciparum, which is the causative agent of falciparum malaria. In which regions of the world would you most likely see populations with high frequencies of hemoglobin mutations?

Which statement best describes lactic acid fermentation? a. lactic acid fermentation is the first step of cellular respiration. o b. lactic acid fermentation is the final step of cellular respiration. re to berate c. in the absence of oxygen, cells release atp by breaking down lactose into glucose. e der lade res o d. in the absence of oxygen, cells release atp by breaking down glucose into lactate. ar