Unit 2 AP Bio Comprehensive Review

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What is the primary function of ribosomes in cells?

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Ribosomes are responsible for synthesizing proteins.

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What type of solution is a cell in when the concentration of solutes is equal inside and outside the cell?

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Isotonic solution.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is the role of the Golgi complex in a cell?

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The Golgi complex modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion or delivery to other locations in the cell.

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What distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the difference between simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion?

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Simple diffusion does not require carrier proteins, while facilitated diffusion does.

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What is the function of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP provides energy for various cellular activities.

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What is a hypertonic solution?

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A hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, causing the cell to lose water.

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What is a hypotonic solution?

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A hypotonic solution has a lower concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, causing the cell to gain water.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.