1st Semester Review

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is the process of choosing specific plants or animals to reproduce based on desired traits.

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What is a major problem with selective breeding?

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Gene variety is lost.

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What does cell theory state?

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1. All living things are made of cells. 2. Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things. 3. All cells are produced from other cells.

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What is a Punnett Square used for?

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A Punnett Square helps predict possible traits the offspring will have and determine the ratio of phenotypes and genotypes.

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What system in the human body is similar to how plants transport nutrients?

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The Circulatory system transports nutrients throughout the human body.

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What is the main function of the Immune System?

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The main function of the Immune System is to protect against germs.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells are complex cells that contain a nucleus and organelles.

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What is the function of the digestive system?

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The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use.

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What is the role of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system transports blood, nutrients, gases, and waste throughout the body.

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