Biology EOC Review #2

Front

What is the role of pioneer species in Primary Succession?

Back

To break down rock and rebuild soil.

Front

Which statement about enzymes is NOT true?

Back

Enzymes can only be used once in a chemical reaction.

Front

How do enzymes increase the speed of chemical reactions?

Back

By reducing the activation energy.

Front

What is the molecular structure of glucose?

Back

Glucose is a simple sugar (monosaccharide) with the formula C6H12O6.

Front

What type of solution causes a cell to shrink?

Back

Hypertonic solution.

Front

What is the function of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

Enzymes speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy.

Front

What is a characteristic of a hypotonic solution?

Back

It has a lower concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell.

Front

What happens to enzymes at extreme pH levels?

Back

They can denature, changing their shape and function.

Front

What is the primary function of cellulose in plants?

Back

To provide structural support.

Front

What is the difference between a saturated and unsaturated fat?

Back

Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.