NC Biology EOC Review

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What is the probability of a child having freckles if both parents are heterozygous for freckles?

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75%.

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What type of organic molecule do lipids belong to?

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Lipids are a type of organic molecule that includes fats, oils, and waxes.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which a living organism maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is the complementary DNA strand for AGC CAT GTA TAC?

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TCG GTA CAT ATG.

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What is a community in ecological terms?

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A community is a collection of organisms from different populations that live in the same area and interact with one another.

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Define dominant trait in genetics.

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A dominant trait is a genetic trait that is expressed in the phenotype even when only one copy of the allele is present.

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What is the role of proteins in living organisms?

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Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, enzymes, and play a crucial role in biochemical reactions.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the difference between a population and a community?

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A population consists of individuals of the same species living in a specific area, while a community includes different species interacting in that area.

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What is the significance of the base pairing rule in DNA?

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The base pairing rule states that adenine pairs with thymine and cytosine pairs with guanine, ensuring accurate DNA replication.