Marathon Runner Muscles & Energy

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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To produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is the energy currency of the cell.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in eukaryotic cells?

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In the mitochondria.

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What is a negative feedback loop?

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A process that counteracts a change to bring a system back to its normal set values.

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Give an example of a negative feedback loop in the human body.

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When the body sweats to cool down when temperature rises above normal.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

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What is ATP?

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ATP stands for adenosine triphosphate, and it is the main energy carrier in cells.

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What role do mitochondria play in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles where cellular respiration occurs, converting nutrients into ATP.

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What is the significance of water for plant growth?

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Water is essential for photosynthesis, nutrient transport, and maintaining cell structure in plants.

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What is the effect of increased water on lima bean seed growth?

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Increased water generally promotes growth, but too much can lead to root rot.