AP Biology Unit 2 Test Review

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What is the term for the body's automatic tendency to maintain a constant and optimal internal environment?

Back

Homeostasis.

Front

What is one basic function of vacuoles in cells?

Back

Storing water.

Front

What structure in the cell is responsible for ribosome production?

Back

Nucleolus.

Front

Which organelle is common to both plant and animal cells and is involved in energy production?

Back

Mitochondrion.

Front

Identify the structure labeled as number 4 in a typical cell diagram.

Back

Ribosome.

Front

What is the primary role of mitochondria in cells?

Back

Energy production through cellular respiration.

Front

Define homeostasis in the context of biological systems.

Back

The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain stable, constant conditions.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Protein synthesis.

Front

How do vacuoles differ in function between plant and animal cells?

Back

In plant cells, vacuoles are larger and primarily store water and nutrients, while in animal cells, they are smaller and may store waste products.

Front

What is the significance of the nucleolus in a cell?

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It is responsible for the production of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and the assembly of ribosomes.