Biology Fall Final Review

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What are the three components of a nucleotide?

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sugar, phosphate, nitrogen base

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Is a virus considered living or non-living?

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Non-Living

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What is homeostasis?

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the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment, even when external conditions change

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Where do viruses reproduce?

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Inside of a host cell

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How do enzymes increase the speed of chemical reactions?

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by reducing the activation energy

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What is the function of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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What is the purpose of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.