Unit 1 and Unit 2 Vocabulary

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What is the primary purpose of glycoproteins on the surface of a virus?

Back

To attach / bind to specific receptors on host cells and allow targeted infection.

Front

Which organelle is responsible for making food (Glucose) using sunlight in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

Glucose is a ...

Back

All are correct: sugar, carbohydrate, source of quick energy.

Front

What are enzymes?

Back

Proteins that act as biological catalysts by speeding up chemical reactions without being consumed.

Front

What is the function of nucleic acids?

Back

Stores genetic information.

Front

What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into glucose.

Front

Define carbohydrates.

Back

Carbohydrates are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a major energy source.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

Back

DNA stores genetic information; RNA is involved in protein synthesis.