Bio Unit 1 Vocab Review

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a protein?

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A protein is a biomolecule made of one or more amino acid polymers folded into a complex structure that performs a specific function.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy to the body.

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What is a solvent?

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A solvent is a liquid that will dissolve a solid solute.

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What is the difference between an independent variable and a dependent variable?

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The independent variable is manipulated to observe its effect, while the dependent variable is measured to see how it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.

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What is the structure of a lipid?

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Lipids are composed of long hydrocarbon chains or rings and are hydrophobic, meaning they do not mix well with water.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.