Biology Exam 1 Review

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What do most plants need in order for photosynthesis to occur?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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Which two processes provide most of the energy for life?

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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration.

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What should you do before using the highest magnification on a microscope?

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Start with the low magnification red objective.

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What is the definition of a population in biology?

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All the members of a single species living in a given area that can interbreed.

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In which organelle does photosynthesis occur?

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Chloroplast.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are non-living components.