Midterm Prep

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What is a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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Where are proteins synthesized in a cell?

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Proteins are synthesized in the ribosome.

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Do plant cells have chloroplasts and cell walls?

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True, plant cells have chloroplasts and cell walls, while animal cells do not.

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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A control group is used as a comparison in an experiment.

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What happens to enzymes when they are heated to a high temperature?

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The shape of the enzyme changes and it denatures.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where proteins are synthesized.

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What is denaturation in enzymes?

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Denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to external stress, such as heat.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have cell walls and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.