Fall Semester Exam Review & Extra Credit

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What is the photosynthesis equation?

Back

Light + 6CO2 + 6H2O = C6H12O6 + 6O2

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Which biomolecule is made of the monomer amino acids?

Back

Protein

Front

What is the purpose of an enzyme?

Back

Speed up reactions

Front

What is the cellular respiration equation?

Back

C6H12O6 + 6O2 = 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

Front

During which stage of the cell cycle does mitosis and cytokinesis occur?

Back

M phase

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and Calvin cycle.

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What is ATP and its role in cellular processes?

Back

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen; anaerobic does not.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes synthesize proteins from amino acids.