Ivy Biology Mid Term Review

Front

What type of reaction involves the addition of a water molecule to break down a molecule into subunits?

Back

Hydrolysis

Front

What is the positively charged particle in an atom?

Back

Proton

Front

Where does the citric acid cycle occur in a cell?

Back

Mitochondrial matrix

Front

Which macromolecule is essential for building structural components like hair and scales?

Back

Proteins

Front

What does mitosis create compared to what meiosis creates?

Back

Mitosis creates 2 identical cells; meiosis creates 4 unique cells.

Front

What is the process called when two molecules are joined together by removing a water molecule?

Back

Dehydration synthesis

Front

What are the three main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.