Enviro/Bio EOC Fall 24 Final

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What happens to the reaction rate when an appropriate enzyme is added to a chemical reaction?

Back

The reaction rate will increase.

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How does natural selection improve a population?

Back

The individual organisms that are best adapted to the current environment survive, and their gene types increase in the population.

Front

How many alleles does an offspring receive from EACH parent to determine a specific trait?

Back

One.

Front

What type of relationship is illustrated by the yucca plant and the yucca moth?

Back

Mutualism.

Front

What are the components of a nucleotide?

Back

A phosphate, sugar, and nitrogenous base.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in chemical reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to increase the rate of chemical reactions.

Front

Define natural selection.

Back

Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, while phenotype refers to the observable traits.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.