Biology Advanced Semester One Review

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What are polymers made up of?

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Polymers are made up of monomers.

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What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?

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In a hypertonic solution, a cell shrinks.

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What is the pH range for acids?

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The pH range for acids is 0 to 6.9.

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What are the 6 elements important to life?

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The 6 elements important to life are CHONPS (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulfur).

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What are isotopes of carbon?

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Isotopes of carbon include Carbon-12, Carbon-13, and Carbon-14.

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What is the function of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biological reactions.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for protein synthesis.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and organelles.

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What is the significance of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.