Unit 1 Honors Zoology 2024 practice flashcard

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What is holometabolous metamorphosis?

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A type of insect development that includes four distinct stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.

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What is hemimetabolous metamorphosis?

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A type of insect development that includes three stages: egg, nymph, and adult, without a pupal stage.

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What is ametabolous metamorphosis?

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A type of insect development where the young resemble small adults and grow larger without undergoing distinct stages.

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What is the nitrogen cycle?

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The process by which nitrogen is converted between its various chemical forms, including nitrogen fixation, nitrification, and denitrification.

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What is ammonia in the nitrogen cycle?

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A compound produced from the decomposition of organic matter and a key component in the nitrogen cycle.

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What is nitrite in the nitrogen cycle?

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A compound formed from the oxidation of ammonia by bacteria, and is an intermediate in the nitrogen cycle.

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What is nitrate in the nitrogen cycle?

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A compound formed from the oxidation of nitrite, which plants can absorb as a nutrient.

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What is the importance of water changes in aquariums?

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Water changes help to remove toxins, replenish essential minerals, and improve overall water quality.

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What is a filter in an aquarium?

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A device that removes debris and toxins from the water, helping to maintain a healthy environment for aquatic life.

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What is the order Phasmatodea?

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An order of insects commonly known as stick insects, characterized by their camouflage and elongated bodies.