Biology 1 Learning Strategies Semester Exam Review

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What is the basic building block of all living organisms?

Back

Cell

Front

Which statement is NOT part of the cell theory?

Back

All cells are made of atoms.

Front

What is the movement of water through a membrane called?

Back

Osmosis

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What is an organism’s genetic makeup called?

Back

Genotype

Front

What trait is expressed if one copy of the allele is present?

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Dominant trait

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What is the term for the observable characteristics of an organism?

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Phenotype

Front

What is the process by which cells divide to form new cells?

Back

Cell division

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and leaves.

Front

What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.