Fall 2024 Biology Final Review

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process during cell division where the cytoplasm of a parental cell is divided into two daughter cells.

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What is Cancer?

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Cancer is uncontrolled cell division that can lead to the formation of tumors and various diseases.

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What do both prokaryotes and eukaryotes contain?

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Both prokaryotes and eukaryotes contain ribosomes, which are essential for protein synthesis.

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What is the purpose of an enzyme?

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The purpose of an enzyme is to speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.

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What is the role of helicase in DNA replication?

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Helicase is the enzyme that unzips the DNA double helix to prepare for replication.

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Define Mitosis.

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent cell.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication and growth.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are cellular structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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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 a nucleus and organelles.

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What is the significance of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structural support and protection to the cell, found in plants, fungi, and some bacteria.