Biology Semester 1 Exam Review

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What is the function of amylase in the human body?

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Amylase is an enzyme found in saliva that breaks down starch into glucose.

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What is the best way to control variables in an enzyme experiment?

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Ensure that the temperature and the concentration of the enzyme are the same when testing each pH.

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What are the properties of water?

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Water has high heat capacity, is a universal solvent, and has high surface tension.

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Which property of water is NOT true?

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Water does not become more dense when freezing; it becomes less dense.

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What are carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are biological macromolecules that serve as the main source of energy for living things.

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What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are constructed from monosaccharides (simple sugars).

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids contain the genetic code for protein synthesis.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid).

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What structures are found in plant cells?

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Plant cells contain a cell wall, chloroplasts, a nucleus, mitochondria, and ribosomes.

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What distinguishes plant cells from animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.