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segrsyd

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on: Aug 11, 2018

Microbes have been major selective agents for humans, particularly before the arrival of modern medicine.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Differential resistance to infectious diseases such as smallpox has influenced the distribution of the enzyme lactase.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Jevvish

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Reply #1 on: Aug 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

FALSE

segrsyd

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Reply #2 on: Aug 11, 2018

Thank you!

Jevvish

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Reply #3 on: Aug 11, 2018

Always glad to help...

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