12/9 Benchmark Review

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What are the basic units that make up a strand of DNA?

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Nucleotides are the basic units that are repeatedly joined together to form a strand of DNA.

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What is the hydrophilic portion of a cell membrane?

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The hydrophilic portion of a cell membrane is the part that is attracted to water, typically consisting of phosphate heads in phospholipids.

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Why are rocks considered non-living?

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Rocks are not living because they are not made of cells.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis.

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What is produced during cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide is produced during the process of cellular respiration.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the role of fatty acids in the body?

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Fatty acids are important for energy storage and are key components of cell membranes.

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What is the function of polysaccharides?

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Polysaccharides serve as energy storage (like starch) and structural components (like cellulose) in living organisms.

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

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.