Midterm Exam Review Fall 2024

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What is parasitism?

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Parasitism is a symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of another (the host).

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What are the four components that all cells have?

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All cells have a cell membrane, cytoplasm, DNA, and ribosomes.

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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Enzymes act only upon substrates that they complement (match).

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What is cell respiration?

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Cell respiration is a process in all eukaryotic cells' mitochondria that involves breaking down glucose into usable energy (ATP).

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What is commensalism?

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Commensalism is a symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits while the other is unaffected or unharmed.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from the interaction.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in a cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.