Category 4 STAAR Review part 2

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which individuals with favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, leading to the gradual evolution of species.

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a trait that enhances an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is the role of genetic material in inheritance?

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Genetic material, such as DNA, carries the information that controls inherited traits passed from parents to offspring.

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What is sexual reproduction?

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Sexual reproduction is a biological process that involves the combination of genetic material from two parents, resulting in offspring with genetic variation.

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, which can be inherited or acquired.

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What is the significance of beak size in Galapagos finches?

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Beak size in Galapagos finches is an adaptation that affects their ability to access food, influencing survival and reproduction.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing genetic material and regulating cellular activities.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many metabolic processes.

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What are mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, responsible for producing energy through cellular respiration.

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