resistance

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"We can try to target fruit size or disease resistance," Santo Domingo said.

From Science Daily

However, programs that combined different types of activity and resistance training appeared more effective than aerobic exercise alone.

From Science Daily

The study also highlights the need to examine whether pests have developed resistance or detoxification strategies when biological pesticides are used.

From Science Daily

Under normal conditions, that movement is slowed by friction and collisions, creating resistance that weakens or eventually stops the flow.

From Science Daily

Reports had suggested that Russia had dispatched a submarine to safeguard the vessel, but it appears that US forces were able to board the tanker without facing any resistance.

From BBC