Biology SOL Review

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What are carbohydrates primarily used for in the human body?

Back

Carbohydrates are primarily consumed as a source of short-term energy.

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What are the reactants in the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Back

The reactants are C6H12O6 (glucose) + O2 (oxygen).

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True or False: A virus can be treated with antibiotics.

Back

False.

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What role does the deer tick play in the forest food web?

Back

The deer tick is a parasite.

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To which kingdom does a multicellular organism with cell walls, vascular tissues, and the ability to make its own food belong?

Back

Plantae.

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Define 'photosynthesis'.

Back

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 is the primary function of cell walls in plants?

Back

Cell walls provide structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is a virus?

Back

A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

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What is the difference between a producer and a consumer in an ecosystem?

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Producers create their own food through photosynthesis, while consumers obtain energy by eating other organisms.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.