2023 Fall Final Review (under construction)

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?

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In a hypertonic solution, water moves out of the cell, causing it to shrink.

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What is the last step in the scientific method?

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The last step in the scientific method is to make a conclusion based on the data collected.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is an enzyme?

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An enzyme is a biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The active site is the region on an enzyme where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.