Biology Midterm Review

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What is the basic unit of inheritance that codes for a specific trait?

Back

Gene

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Why does the body need glucose?

Back

A. The atoms that make up glucose can be rearranged to make important biological molecules. B. The bonds in glucose can be broken through cellular processes to produce energy for the body.

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What is a likely impact on organisms in an ecosystem after a drastic change occurs?

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Change in population sizes.

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What does a detritivore eat?

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Dead/decaying organic material.

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What does a carnivore eat?

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Meat only.

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What is the role of DNA in inheritance?

Back

DNA carries genetic information that is passed from parents to offspring.

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What is the process by which glucose is broken down to produce energy?

Back

Cellular respiration.

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What is an ecosystem?

Back

A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the difference between a herbivore and a carnivore?

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Herbivores eat plants, while carnivores eat meat.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.