Fall Final Review

Front

The smaller subunits that make up nucleic acids are ___?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

Which molecule is a direct product of the cellular process represented in the diagram?

Back

Glucose.

Front

What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

Back

The products of photosynthesis are the reactants of cellular respiration.

Front

What is the correct order of DNA replication?

Back

I. Helicase unzips the two DNA strands. II. DNA polymerase attaches the new nucleotides. III. The sugar-phosphate backbone is sealed to make a continuous strand.

Front

The two similar chromosomes that are members of the same pair are referred to as ___?

Back

Homologous chromosomes.

Front

What are the main products of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose and oxygen.

Front

What is the function of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase adds new nucleotides to the growing DNA strand.

Front

What is the role of helicase in DNA replication?

Back

Helicase unwinds and separates the two strands of DNA.

Front

Define homologous chromosomes.

Back

Chromosomes that are similar in shape, size, and genetic content.

Front

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To convert glucose into ATP, the energy currency of the cell.