Biology Semester 1

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

To release usable energy for the cell.

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An organism that gets energy from breaking down dead organisms, non-living material or waste is a(an) ___________.

Back

Decomposer.

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What do the arrows in a food chain or web represent?

Back

They show what direction the energy is flowing between organisms.

Front

Which structure serves as the site for protein synthesis?

Back

Ribosomes.

Front

What do arrows in a food web represent?

Back

Energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

Back

An organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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Define a consumer in ecological terms.

Back

An organism that obtains energy by feeding on other organisms.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

They break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is cellular respiration?

Back

The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.