Biology EOC Review 1

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition is a relationship between two or more organisms or species in which they vie for the same resources, such as food, space, or mates.

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What is DNA fingerprinting?

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DNA fingerprinting is a forensic technique used to identify individuals based on their unique DNA profiles.

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What occurs during interphase of the cell cycle?

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During interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for division.

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How does aerobic respiration differ from fermentation in terms of energy production?

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Aerobic respiration results in more energy (ATP) compared to fermentation.

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What is the purpose of courtship behaviors in birds?

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Courtship behaviors, such as dancing and singing, are primarily used to attract female birds for mating.

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Define mutualism in ecology.

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Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is the role of karyotyping in genetics?

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Karyotyping is a laboratory technique used to visualize an individual's chromosomes to identify genetic abnormalities.

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What is the significance of gene cloning?

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Gene cloning is the process of making multiple copies of a specific gene, which can be used for research, medicine, or agriculture.

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Explain the concept of parasitism.

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Parasitism is a relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of another, often harming the host.

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What is the function of cytokinesis in the cell cycle?

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Cytokinesis is the process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells after mitosis.