Semester One Exam Review 2024 Biology

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What is the primary function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

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Absorb nutrients.

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What is a virus that destroys its host cell called?

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Lytic (virulent) virus.

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What is created in a bacteriophage infecting a bacterium?

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Capsid.

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What is step one of the scientific method?

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Formulating a hypothesis; use an 'if-then' statement.

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How should a graph be titled?

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By describing the relationship between variables.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is homeostasis?

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The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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What is the purpose of the cell membrane?

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