BIO FINAL REVIEW 1

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What does the prefix 'Bio' mean?

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Life

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What is the phase in mitosis where chromosomes move to opposite sides and new nuclei form?

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Telophase

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What is the process of going from mRNA to a protein called?

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Translation

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What is the scientific name for the organism with the following classification: Kingdom: Animalia, Phylum: Chordata, Class: Mammalia, Order: Carnivora, Family: Canidae, Genus: Canis, species: mesomelas?

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Canis mesomelas

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What two taxons are used in Binomial Nomenclature to name a species?

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Genus and species

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of DNA in living organisms?

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DNA contains the genetic instructions for the development and function of living things.

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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 both.

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration converts glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.