Sem 1 Final Review Biology

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What is the experimental group in a scientific study?

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The experimental group is the group that receives the treatment or intervention being tested.

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What is the control group in a scientific study?

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The control group is the group that does not receive the treatment and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other group performs.

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What is aerobic cellular respiration?

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Aerobic cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is a primary consumer?

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A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers (plants) in a food chain.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what is transported into and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are macromolecules that store energy and are a major component of cell membranes.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers are organisms that create their own food through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.

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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 significance of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes are catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.