Biology EOC Flashcard 2

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What is 'stranding' in relation to sea turtles?

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Stranding refers to the occurrence when a dead, sick, or injured sea turtle washes up on the shoreline.

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Why is it important to report a stranding of a sea turtle?

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Reporting stranding is crucial because the information can be very useful to biologists and managers who are trying to protect the species.

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What are autotrophs?

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Autotrophs are organisms that produce their own food, typically through photosynthesis, using carbon dioxide and sunlight.

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What is the role of autotrophs in the carbon cycle?

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Autotrophs use carbon dioxide to produce glucose, playing a vital role in the carbon cycle.

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, responsible for carrying out respiration and producing energy.

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What happens to a plant cell if all mitochondria are removed?

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The plant cell will be unable to carry out respiration, leading to energy deficiency.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What happens to a freshwater plant placed in saltwater?

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The cells of the plant will shrink because water will move out of them due to osmosis.

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What is interphase in the cell cycle?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle during which the cell grows and prepares for cellular division.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases of the cell cycle are interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.