Honors Biology Midterm Review

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the tendency of water molecules to stick together is referred to as _________.

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cohesion

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-5

Front

how does water get to the leaves at the top of a tree?

Back

capillary action

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

a buffer

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donates H+ ions when conditions become too basic and accepts H+ ions when conditions become too acidic

Front

which particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

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protons and neutrons

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

Front

Which trace element needed by humans is commonly added to table salt?

Back

iodine

Front

What is the primary function of enzymes in biological systems?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.