Fall 2024 Final Exam Review

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar produced by plants during photosynthesis that serves as a source of energy.

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What are enzymes?

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Proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the difference between active and passive transport?

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Active transport uses ATP (energy) to move substances against their concentration gradient, while passive transport does not require energy and moves substances along their concentration gradient.

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What are the two main functions of carbohydrates?

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Energy storage (e.g., glycogen and starch) and structural support (e.g., cellulose and chitin).

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When is apoptosis initiated?

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When DNA damage cannot be repaired.

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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 the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a pigment that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What are the two types of transport proteins?

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Channel proteins and carrier proteins.

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What is the function of glycogen in the body?

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Glycogen serves as a form of energy storage in animals.

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What is the primary function of cellulose?

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Cellulose provides structural support to plant cell walls.