is defined as a rapid diversification event that occurs when, in a brief period of time, a small number of species diversify into a much larger number of species that are able to live in a wide diversity of habitats.

Which of the following is the most likely result of converting forestland to urban development? a.the amount of land available for lumber production decreases. b.fewer trees are needed because cities are made mainly of concrete. c.people discover more efficient ways to grow trees. d. the price of lumber goes down.

Hormones are chemical molecules produced by endocrine glands. one such endocrine gland is the thyroid gland, which synthesizes the thyroid hormone, which in turn affects the heart muscles. which two statements describe the probable reason for the function of the hormone? the cells in the heart have specific receptors that allow for the intake of hormones. the heart and the endocrine glands have the exact same types of cells. all cells make the same types of hormones. thyroid hormones show their effect on the heart by means of specialized cells. thyroid cells and cardiac cells have different dna.

Which areas of earth receive the most precipitation on average? a. tropics b. temperate zones c. regions near 30? n and s latitudes d. polar zones 1