Biology 1st Semester Final Exam 2024

Front

A molecule with electrically charged areas is called a _______________.

Back

polar molecule

Front

Water is a universal solvent because it _______________.

Back

dissolves most substances.

Front

I am 2 or more elements chemically bonded. What am I?

Back

compound

Front

What are the building blocks of the body, hair, muscles, etc.?

Back

protein

Front

What type of reaction is shown in the energy profile diagram attached?

Back

exothermic

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

cell

Front

What is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight?

Back

photosynthesis

Front

What is the term for the genetic material found in living organisms?

Back

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

Front

What is the primary function of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

To speed up the reactions.

Front

What is the term for a substance that increases the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution?

Back

acid