Biology Review

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria convert the energy of glucose into ATP, the usable form of energy for the cell.

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What is the role of the cell nucleus?

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The cell nucleus controls cell activity and contains the cell's genetic material.

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What is the function of a cell wall?

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The cell wall protects and supports the cell, providing structure.

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What determines the function of an enzyme?

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The shape of an enzyme determines its function, as enzymes are specific to a substrate.

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What is the smallest unit of life?

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

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in cells.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, including enzymes.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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