Biology Fall Semester Exam Ultimate Review (Copy)

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What type of cell does the cytoplasm belong in?

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Cytoplasm is found in both plant and animal cells.

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What part of the enzyme is involved in catalyzing a reaction?

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The active site is the part of the enzyme that catalyzes a reaction.

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What was the purpose of the Miller-Urey experiment?

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The purpose was to determine if organic molecules could form under early Earth conditions.

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Define recombinant DNA technology.

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Recombinant DNA technology is a method in which DNA from different organisms is combined together in the laboratory.

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What are the three components of a nucleotide?

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The three components are nitrogenous base, 5-carbon sugar, and phosphate group.

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What is the function of amylase?

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Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biological reactions.

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What are the two main types of cells?

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The two main types of cells are prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA has a double helix structure composed of nucleotides.