Biology STAAR Review

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What are the bases for DNA?

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A, T, C, G

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How do fungi obtain nutrients?

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Absorption

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What is an autotroph?

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An organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is a phenotype?

Back

The expression of a trait; physical appearance.

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Which of the following is not a part of interphase?

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M

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What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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Define homeostasis.

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

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What is the difference between a prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and organelles.

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.