Hudson Biology 1st Semester Review

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What is a testable statement that leads to scientific investigation based on prior knowledge?

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Hypothesis

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What is the term for the maintenance of an organism’s internal conditions?

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Homeostasis

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How many chromosomes does a human cell have?

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46

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Why is it important to replicate DNA before a cell divides in mitosis or meiosis?

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In order for genetic information to be transferred into daughter cells.

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What does DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic Acid

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What is the process by which organisms maintain stable internal conditions despite changes in the environment?

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Homeostasis

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.