Biology Review

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What does it mean for an organism to be heterotrophic?

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Heterotrophic organisms obtain nutrients by consuming other organisms or their products.

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What is the primary function of a cell wall?

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The cell wall protects and supports the cell.

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How do enzymes function in biological reactions?

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Enzymes are specific to a substrate, meaning their shape determines their function.

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What organelle is responsible for converting glucose into ATP?

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The mitochondria convert the energy of glucose into the usable form of ATP.

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What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

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The cell is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is 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 role do amino acids play in enzymes?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, including enzymes, and determine their structure and function.

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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 a nucleus and organelles.

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What is cellular respiration?

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

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.