Georgia Milestone Biology Review

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What is a eukaryotic cell?

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A eukaryotic cell is a type of cell that has a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. Examples include plant and animal cells.

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What organelles are found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

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Chloroplasts are found in plant cells but not in animal cells.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What happens to the concentration of O2 inside a cell over time if it is permeable to O2?

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The concentration of O2 will increase inside the cell.

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What is the role of enzymes in metabolic reactions?

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Enzymes speed up metabolic reactions, allowing organisms to obtain energy quickly.

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What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?

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Diffusion is the movement of solute particles from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration, while osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water.

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What is a selectively permeable membrane?

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A selectively permeable membrane allows certain substances to pass through while blocking others.

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What is the effect of a hypertonic solution on a cell?

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In a hypertonic solution, water moves out of the cell, causing it to shrink.

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What is the effect of a hypotonic solution on a cell?

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In a hypotonic solution, water moves into the cell, causing it to swell and potentially burst.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.