Biology SOL Review #1

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What can only be found in plant cells?

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Chloroplast: Organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is a substance called if it speeds up a chemical reaction?

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Catalyst: A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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Which acid listed is the strongest acid?

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Hydrochloric acid pH 1.0: A strong acid commonly used in laboratories and industrial processes.

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Which group of biomolecules provide quick energy to organisms?

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Carbohydrates: Organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, providing energy and structural support.

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What is a testable explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested?

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Hypothesis: A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, serving as a starting point for further investigation.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Storage: Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

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Control center: The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material and regulates gene expression.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids: Proteins are polymers made up of long chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Catalysts: Enzymes lower the activation energy required for reactions, speeding up metabolic processes.

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What is the pH scale used for?

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Measuring acidity or alkalinity: The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with lower values indicating acidity and higher values indicating alkalinity.