Molecular Biology Review

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What happens to a plant if the level of carbon dioxide is reduced?

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The plant will produce less glucose.

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What process produces the most ATP per molecule of glucose?

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Aerobic respiration.

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What substance provides energy for active transport in cells?

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ATP.

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At what temperature and pH is a certain enzyme in the human digestive system most effective?

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40⁰C and a pH of 8.

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What is the role of DNA in protein synthesis?

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To determine the sequence of amino acids in the protein.

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What is the primary function of ATP in cellular processes?

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To provide energy for various cellular activities.

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

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Photosynthesis.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins by translating mRNA.

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What is the significance of the genetic code?

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It determines the sequence of amino acids in proteins.