Biology FIRST SEMESTER REVIEW QUESTIONS

Front

What type of graph is used to represent parts of a whole?

Back

Pie Chart

Front

What are chromosomes primarily made of?

Back

DNA and protein

Front

What type of RNA helps form ribosomes and assemble proteins?

Back

Ribosomal RNA

Front

What instrument allows light to pass through a specimen and uses two lenses to form an image?

Back

Compound light microscope

Front

What is the process called when the nucleus of a cell divides?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the primary function of ribosomal RNA?

Back

To help form ribosomes and assemble proteins.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Back

Mitosis is a single-phase process of cell division, while meiosis is a multi-phase process that results in four genetically diverse gametes.

Front

What is the role of transfer RNA (tRNA) in protein synthesis?

Back

To transport amino acids to the ribosome for protein assembly.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.