6th Period Semester Exam Flashcardizz

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What is a valve in the circulatory system?

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A valve is a structure in the heart that prevents the backflow of blood, ensuring it flows in one direction.

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities that cannot be measured numerically, such as colors or textures.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data is numerical and can be measured or counted, such as height, weight, or temperature.

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Who is Schleiden and what was his contribution to cell theory?

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Schleiden was a botanist who concluded that all plants are made of living cells, contributing to the development of cell theory.

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What is a nucleoid?

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A nucleoid is a region in prokaryotic cells where the genetic material (DNA) is located, not enclosed by a membrane.

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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The primary function of the respiratory system is to bring oxygen into the body and remove carbon dioxide.

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What is the aorta?

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The aorta is the largest artery in the body, carrying oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are cellular structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the role of valves in the heart?

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Valves in the heart ensure that blood flows in the correct direction and prevents backflow.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.