Biology Review

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes line up along the center of the cell?

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Metaphase

Front

What is the process called when water diffuses across a membrane?

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Osmosis

Front

In human genetics, what is the probability of a couple having a boy if they already have four girls?

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50%

Front

What two molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate

Front

What process is represented by the cell cycle?

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The series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication.

Front

What is the first stage of mitosis?

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Prophase

Front

What is the term for the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration?

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Diffusion

Front

What is the term for the division of a cell's nucleus?

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Mitosis

Front

What is the genetic makeup of an organism called?

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Genotype

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What is the observable physical characteristic of an organism?

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Phenotype