Bio: Fall Final Review

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Which biomolecule is broken down first for energy?

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Carbohydrates are the first biomolecule broken down for energy in the body.

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What role do proteins play in the cell membrane?

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Proteins allow certain molecules to enter and exit the cell, functioning as channels and receptors.

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According to Mendel's law of segregation, how do offspring inherit traits?

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Offspring inherit one factor (allele) from each parent, leading to genetic variation.

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Who is known as the father of genetics?

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Gregor Mendel is known as the father of genetics for his work on inheritance patterns.

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What is heredity?

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Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to offspring.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy.

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What is the structure of a cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is composed of a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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Nucleic acids, like DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What is a dominant trait?

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A dominant trait is a genetic trait that is expressed in the phenotype even when only one allele is present.