STARR Biology EOC Review

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What is adaptation in biology?

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Adaptation refers to the process by which a species becomes better suited to its environment through changes in its physical or behavioral traits.

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What is transcription?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA, specifically mRNA, which occurs in the nucleus of a cell.

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What type of relationship exists between a tapeworm and its host?

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Parasitism, where the tapeworm benefits at the expense of the host.

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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

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Transcription is the synthesis of RNA from DNA, while translation is the process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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What is the advantage of having different shaped beaks in birds?

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Different shaped beaks allow birds to access various types of food available in their environment.

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Define mutualism in ecological terms.

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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Explain the process of replication in biology.

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Replication is the process by which DNA makes a copy of itself during cell division.

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What is environmental change?

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Environmental change refers to alterations in the ecosystem that can affect the survival of species, such as climate change or habitat destruction.

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What is variation in a biological context?

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Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals within a population, which can be due to genetic differences.