Biology EOC Set 13

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.

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What is a hypertonic solution?

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A solution that has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution, causing cells to lose water.

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What is exocytosis?

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A process by which a cell expels materials in vesicles that fuse with the plasma membrane.

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What are complex carbohydrates?

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Polymers made up of long chains of glucose molecules, which can have different structures and functions.

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How do different structures of carbohydrates affect their functions?

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Different structures lead to different properties and functions, such as energy storage or structural support.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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A non-living component of an ecosystem that can affect living organisms, such as temperature or sunlight.

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How does temperature limit plant growth at high altitudes?

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Lower temperatures at high altitudes can inhibit photosynthesis and other metabolic processes necessary for plant growth.

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What is passive transport?

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The movement of substances across a cell membrane without the use of energy, typically down a concentration gradient.

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What is osmosis?

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The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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Proteins serve various functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions, providing structural support, and facilitating communication between cells.