2024 Honors Biology Fall Semester Review

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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Water and carbon dioxide.

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What is the function of the plasma membrane?

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To regulate what enters and leaves the cell.

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How do animals and plants interact in terms of gas exchange?

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Animals release CO2, which is required for photosynthesis.

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What process produces the majority of ATP in cells?

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Cellular Respiration.

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What type of cell is characterized by the absence of a nucleus?

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Prokaryote.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy (glucose) using CO2 and water.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, where cellular respiration occurs and ATP is produced.

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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 significance of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biochemical reactions.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.