Biology Midterm Review

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Biology is the study of...

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life

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Why does water have a high heat capacity?

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The hydrogen bonds between water molecules take a great deal of energy to break.

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What is the independent variable in the question: Does being tardy impact test scores?

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the time a student arrives to class

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What are the reactants of Photosynthesis?

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Carbon Dioxide + Water

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An organism that has the ability to make its own food is called a...

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Autotroph

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What is the definition of a Heterotroph?

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An organism that cannot make its own food and relies on other organisms for nutrition.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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Define the term 'ecosystem'.

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the process of cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.