Biology Fall 2024 Final Exam Review

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What is the definition of 'Carrying Capacity'?

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The maximum population size an environment can sustain.

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What is the primary pigment in leaves that absorbs light?

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Chlorophyll.

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In an energy pyramid, the level with the least amount of total energy available is the ______.

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Tertiary Consumer.

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What is denitrification?

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Conversion of nitrates into nitrogen gas.

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Identify the structure as a carbohydrate, lipid, or protein: Lipid.

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A type of organic molecule that is insoluble in water, used for energy storage and making up cell membranes.

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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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Define 'Ecosystem'.

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.