EOC Review Homework 12-2-24

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process during cell division where the cytoplasm of a parental cell is divided into two daughter cells.

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What happens if cytokinesis occurs before mitosis?

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If cytokinesis occurs before mitosis, the resulting cells will have an incorrect amount of DNA and organelles, likely leading to cell death.

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What is the role of DNA in cell specialization?

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All cells have the same DNA, but specialized cells express certain genes that determine their function and characteristics, such as growing feathers or scales.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What substance is required to release energy from glucose?

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Oxygen is required to release energy from glucose during cellular respiration.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the series of processes by which carbon compounds are interconverted in the environment, including photosynthesis and respiration.

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How do plants contribute to the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis and convert it into glucose, which can then be consumed by animals.

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What is the difference between diploid and haploid cells?

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Diploid cells contain two complete sets of chromosomes (one from each parent), while haploid cells contain only one set of chromosomes.

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What is the significance of specialized cells?

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Specialized cells perform specific functions in an organism, such as muscle cells for movement or nerve cells for transmitting signals.