Biology Fall Semester Exam Review

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What are the four main groups of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the field of view in microscopy?

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The entire circular area viewed when looking into the eyepiece of the microscope.

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What is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Only eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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What is the lysogenic cycle?

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A viral cycle where the virus incorporates its genetic material into the host cell's genome and remains dormant.

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What is a part of the cell theory?

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All cells come from preexisting cells.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What is the role of lipids in the body?

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To store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is the difference between the lytic and lysogenic cycles?

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The lytic cycle results in the destruction of the host cell, while the lysogenic cycle integrates into the host's genome.