7th Fall semester test study guide

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What is the role of algae in the coral reef ecosystem?

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Algae are responsible for releasing oxygen through the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the basic units of life?

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Cells are the basic units of life, and all organisms are composed of cells.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living component of an ecosystem, such as rocks or water.

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What process allows large molecules like proteins to leave a cell?

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Exocytosis is the process that allows large molecules, such as proteins, to exit a cell.

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What do parrot fish feed on in the coral reef ecosystem?

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Parrot fish feed on algae.

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Which organisms are made up of cells?

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All organisms, including animals, plants, and bacteria, are composed of cells.

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What is the difference between abiotic and biotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are non-living elements (like rocks), while biotic factors are living organisms (like plants and animals).

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What is the function of a microscope in studying cells?

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A microscope is used to magnify cells so that their structures can be observed.

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What is the significance of toxins released by cholera bacteria?

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Toxins released by cholera bacteria can disrupt the function of host cells in the small intestine.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.