Review for Assessment 3

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What is cellular respiration?

Back

Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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Which flasks contain organisms undergoing cellular respiration?

Back

Flask 1, 2, and 3 contain organisms undergoing cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

Back

The cell wall provides structural support and protection to the cell, and is found outside the cell membrane.

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

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What organelle is found only in plant cells?

Back

The Large Central Vacuole is found only in plant cells and is used for storage and maintaining turgor pressure.

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What is the difference between the biosphere and the geosphere?

Back

The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, while the geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks and soil.

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What are cilia?

Back

Cilia are small, hair-like structures on the surface of some cells that help with movement and sensing the environment.

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What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for weather and climate.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

Back

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where energy (ATP) is produced through cellular respiration.

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What is an example of a component of the hydrosphere?

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An example of a component of the hydrosphere is snow, which is water in solid form.