Biology Semester 1 Review

Front

What is the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms?

Back

Cell

Front

What type of feedback loop is maintaining body temperature an example of?

Back

Negative feedback loop

Front

What is the only energy molecule that can be used by the cell?

Back

ATP

Front

What is a large molecule made of subunits called monomers?

Back

Polymer

Front

What type of cell is bacteria?

Back

Prokaryotic

Front

What is the process by which cells convert glucose into energy?

Back

Cellular respiration

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Protein synthesis

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

Regulates what enters and leaves the cell

Front

What is the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

Back

Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus; prokaryotic cells do not.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.