Michael Pollan studies, speaks, and writes about humans’ relationship with food, He says, “Every major food company now has an organic division. There’s more capital going into organic agriculture than ever before.” Based upon what you have read about starvation and malnutrition, comment on your view of increasing organic food production in the United States versus the lack of food available to other countries.

Which of the following is not a defining characteristic of plants?

What is the significance of the protein-lined pits? a. protein attracts other proteins needed for atp synthesis within the cell. b. protein-lined pits are able to transport one molecule at a time down the concentration gradient within the cell. c. the polarity of proteins allows other polar molecules to attach and be transported in the cell by transport channels. d. receptors within the pits allow ligands to fuse and be transported into the cell by endocytosis.

How does science influence the decisions made about social, economic, and political issues?