Foundations of Bio Dec Exam Review

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What is the difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes?

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Eukaryotes have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotes do not.

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During photosynthesis, light energy from the sun is converted to and stored in which of the following?

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Carbohydrates.

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Which organic molecule carries genetic information and is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Nucleic acid.

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How does ATP release energy for muscle cell contraction?

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By removing a phosphate from ATP.

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What type of respiration is lactic acid fermentation?

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Anaerobic respiration.

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Define eukaryotes.

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Organisms whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Define prokaryotes.

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Single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in photosynthesis?

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They store energy produced from light.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.