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Which of the following is a consequence of urbanization and the increased probability of encountering bacteria?
Which of the following is a consequence of urbanization and the increased probability of encountering bacteria?
- Improved sanitation practices
- Decreased risk of bacterial infections
- Decreased access to clean water
- Increased risk of cholera transmission (correct)
What is the main mode of transmission for cholera?
What is the main mode of transmission for cholera?
- Direct contact with infected individuals
- Airborne transmission
- Ingestion of contaminated food
- Consumption of contaminated water (correct)
How do cholera bacteria survive the acidity of the stomach?
How do cholera bacteria survive the acidity of the stomach?
- They are resistant to stomach acid (correct)
- They hide in the intestines
- They produce a protective coating
- They are not affected by stomach acid
What is the main symptom of cholera infection?
What is the main symptom of cholera infection?
What can happen if sanitation is poor and cholera bacteria re-enter the water supply?
What can happen if sanitation is poor and cholera bacteria re-enter the water supply?
Which of the following models explains sexual selection based on direct benefits?
Which of the following models explains sexual selection based on direct benefits?
What is the main driver behind the increase in claw size due to female preferences?
What is the main driver behind the increase in claw size due to female preferences?
Why do females care about claw size in the first place?
Why do females care about claw size in the first place?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three models to explain sexual selection mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three models to explain sexual selection mentioned in the text?
What type of benefits do females gain when choosing brighter male cardinals?
What type of benefits do females gain when choosing brighter male cardinals?
