Biology Semester 1 Final Review

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How many characteristics of living things are there?

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7

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What is the cytoplasm?

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The gel-like fluid that holds other organelles in place.

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What best describes a DNA molecule?

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Double helix.

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What process occurs when light energy is captured in autotrophs and converted into sugar?

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Photosynthesis.

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What is reproducing?

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To make offspring similar to the parents.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy.