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There was something quite interesting about the venom delivery system of the assassin bug.  Briefly, what was the really interesting thing about it? (2 pts)

Please indicate three ways in which proteins may be modified post-translationally.  Give both the term and a very brief description of what that means. (3 pts)

The species of snake that was responsible for the death of Dr. Karl P. Schmidt has rear-fangs that are grooved. This type of fang is known as:

Explain the difference between the two types of mimicry described in lecture.  Make sure to name them and specifically say which is which.  Examples always help make the point. (4 pts)

Pick one taxon from the list and explain the parts of its venom delivery system.  Make certain to indicate which taxon you select.  Choices:  Centipede, Cnidaria, Hymenoptera, Snake, Spider (4 pts)

Please list three main functions of venom that were covered in class.  (3 pts)

Which of the following has an aldehyde group?

Name one possible physiological mechanism by which toxins may be sequestered and explain how that basically occurs. (2 pts)

Gel filtration chromatography separates proteins based on _____________.

Which of the following is a useful technique for capturing venomous or poisonous animals in the wild?