Life Science Semester One Review

Front

Which statement is NOT part of the cell theory?

Back

Cells can survive independently of other cells

Front

What is the primary function of mitochondria?

Back

Production of energy

Front

How does a scientific theory differ from a scientific law?

Back

Theories explain why something happens.

Front

During photosynthesis, what is the primary energy source?

Back

Sunlight

Front

The cell membrane's main function is to:

Back

Control what enters and exits the cell

Front

In an experiment testing plant growth with different amounts of water, what is the dependent variable?

Back

Plant height

Front

Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

During cellular respiration, what is produced?

Back

Carbon dioxide, ATP and water

Front

The independent variable in an experiment is:

Back

What the scientist changes

Front

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

Back

Ribosome