The Living Earth A Study Guide

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What macromolecule is embedded into the lipid bilayer and helps to transport molecules?

Back

Protein

Front

What is created as a result of cellular respiration?

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Water (H2O) + Carbon dioxide (CO2) + ATP Energy

Front

What type of transport involves diffusion through a protein from an area of high concentration to low concentration?

Back

Facilitated diffusion

Front

What is a possible explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested?

Back

Hypothesis

Front

What are the nonliving parts of an ecosystem called?

Back

Abiotic factors

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and structural support.

Front

What is the role of lipids in biological systems?

Back

To store energy and form cell membranes.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What process do plants use to convert sunlight into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are nonliving components.