Biology Final Exam - Fall

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

They break down dead organisms and recycle nutrients.

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What biomolecule is responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information?

Back

Nucleic Acid.

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Which process creates an identical copy of DNA?

Back

Replication.

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Where does the Krebs cycle take place in a cell?

Back

Mitochondrial matrix.

Front

What organic compound is the main source of energy for living things?

Back

Carbohydrate.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids.

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What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

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

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.