Biology Classification / N.S and. History of Life EOC Review

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What process do early ocean organisms use to obtain energy?

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Chemosynthesis

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What trend is observed in Hominid evolution over time?

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Increased cranial size

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What does the endosymbiotic theory explain?

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The evolution of eukaryotes about 2.1 billion years ago.

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What are the hip bones of a whale an example of?

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Vestigial structures

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Which kingdom includes Eukaryotic organisms that are plant-like, fungus-like, and animal-like?

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Protista

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Define 'Eukaryotes'.

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Organisms with complex cells that contain a nucleus.

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What are homologous structures?

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Structures in different species that are similar due to shared ancestry.

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What is the significance of vestigial structures?

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They are remnants of organs or structures that had a function in early ancestors.

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What is the main characteristic of the kingdom Protista?

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It contains diverse organisms that are primarily unicellular and eukaryotic.

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What is the role of photosynthesis in energy production?

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It converts light energy into chemical energy in plants.