Topic 10 Extra Credit

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What is Eubacteria?

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Eubacteria are a large group of bacteria that are characterized by their simple cellular structure and are found in various environments, including the human digestive tract, where they can promote health.

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What is the difference between autotrophic and heterotrophic organisms?

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Autotrophic organisms, like plants, make their own food through processes like photosynthesis, while heterotrophic organisms must consume other organisms for energy.

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What kingdom do unicellular eukaryotic organisms belong to?

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Unicellular eukaryotic organisms belong to the kingdom Protista.

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Define autotroph.

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis, and is also known as a producer.

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What is the smallest classification level in biological taxonomy?

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The smallest classification level is species.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers, like fungi and bacteria, break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is a eukaryotic cell?

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A eukaryotic cell is a type of cell that has a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles, found in organisms like plants, animals, and fungi.

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What is the function of chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that captures light energy for photosynthesis.

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What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.