Final Exam 6th Grade Science S1

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What is the function of a chloroplast?

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Absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What measures energy in food?

Back

Calories.

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What is the definition of digestion?

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Breaking down food into smaller nutrients.

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What does cell theory state?

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Cells are the basic building block of life.

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What do villi do?

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Absorbs nutrients from food so the body has energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What is the role of the digestive system?

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To break down food into nutrients that the body can use.

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What is the main function of the cell membrane?

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Allows materials in and out of the cell.

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What are nutrients?

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Substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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To build and repair tissues, and to make enzymes and hormones.