Biology EOC Practice Test

Front

The synthesis of a protein from an mRNA template is called ____________.

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Translation

Front

Why are animals considered heterotrophic?

Back

They are able to obtain nutrients by consuming other organisms or their products.

Front

Which word equation best represents the process of cellular respiration?

Back

glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water

Front

What is the effect of high acidity on the health of a particular type of plant?

Back

High acidity is harmful to this type of plant.

Front

What is a key difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes?

Back

Eukaryotes have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotes have few specialized structures.

Front

What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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To produce energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.