Mock Biology HHS

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What is the primary characteristic used to classify organisms?

Back

Physical structure.

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Why are proteins considered a diverse group of macromolecules?

Back

Because of the different amino acids that can be connected in many sequences.

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What evolutionary change would be favored if it increases survival rates?

Back

The development of longer legs in ponies.

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What significant medical advancement resulted from the acceptance of germ theory?

Back

The development and use of antibiotics.

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What do viruses and animal cells have in common?

Back

Presence of a genetic code in nucleic acid.

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What is the role of ribosomes in cells?

Back

To form proteins.

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What is the ecological niche of an organism?

Back

The role and position a species has in its environment.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria in cells?

Back

To produce energy.

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What is spontaneous generation?

Back

The belief that living organisms can arise from non-living matter.

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What is the significance of amino acids in protein structure?

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They determine the sequence and function of proteins.