Biology STAAR Review

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In meiosis, how many nonidentical cells are produced?

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4 nonidentical cells are produced in meiosis.

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What do viruses and living cells have in common?

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They both store genetic information.

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What is an organism that consumes other organisms for food called?

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Heterotroph.

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What term describes all the organisms in a particular location, including their nonliving environment?

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Ecosystem.

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Which structures are found in every living cell?

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Cell membrane and cytoplasm.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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Define autotroph.

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An organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is the difference between a carnivore and a herbivore?

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Carnivores eat other animals, while herbivores eat plants.