Which of the following characteristics differentiates mast cells from neutrophils and monocytes?

Although poliovirus capsids contain several distinct proteins, these are synthesized as a single polypeptide then cleaved by proteases to produce the individual proteins.

Thrush in a newborn’s oral cavity becomes less frequent as the infant ages. What is the most likely reason for this?

Most known plant viruses are RNA viruses.

How do glomeromycetes benefit from their mutualistic relationships with plant hosts?

Which fungal group includes organisms used for the manufacture of anesthetics, birth control agents, industrial alcohols, meat tenderizers, and yellow food coloring?

An ELISA test to detect antibodies to the Rubella virus would include/use all of the following EXCEPT _________.

A _________ infection is one in which the virus quits reproducing and remains dormant for a period before becoming active again.

Which of the following human diseases can be caused by microsporidia? (Check all that apply.)

Harry signs a non-disclosure agreement stating that he won’t tell any of his employer’s private trade secrets. After getting fired, Harry signs an agreement with his prior employer’s competitor and reveals the trade secrets. If his prior employer takes Harry to court, how is the court likely to rule?