24/25 Benchmark 2 Review

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What is the process by which cells divide to produce new cells?

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Cell division.

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What is the genetic material that is identical at the end of cell division?

Back

DNA.

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What is the term for a male with trisomy 21?

Back

Down syndrome.

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What process in the carbon cycle decreases atmospheric carbon dioxide?

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Photosynthesis.

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What do genes determine in an organism?

Back

Traits.

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What is the main function of photosynthesis in plants?

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To convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the significance of karyotyping in genetics?

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It helps identify chromosomal abnormalities.

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What are fossil fuels primarily used for?

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Energy production.

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What is the impact of burning fossil fuels on the environment?

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Increases carbon dioxide emissions.

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What is the role of the cell membrane during cell division?

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It separates the two new cells.