EOC Practice Questions

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What is protein synthesis?

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The process by which cells generate new proteins, essential for cell structure and function, occurring in ribosomes.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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To break down glucose and produce ATP, which is the energy currency of the cell.

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What role do autotrophs play in the carbon cycle?

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Autotrophs use carbon dioxide to produce glucose through photosynthesis, serving as a primary energy source in ecosystems.

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What is a product of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis, which occurs in plants.

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What is homeostasis?

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The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.

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What are ribosomes?

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Cellular structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into amino acid sequences.

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What is osmosis?

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The movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biochemical reactions.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the significance of glucose in cellular respiration?

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Glucose is the primary fuel for cellular respiration, providing the energy needed for cellular activities.