New Visions Highschool Biology - PRETEST! :-)

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What is the Cytoplasm?

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The gel-like substance that holds organelles in place within a cell.

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What is the first classification in biological taxonomy?

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Domain, which is the highest rank in the biological classification system.

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What did Charles Darwin study to support his theory of evolution?

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He studied the beaks of finches to understand adaptation and natural selection.

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What is the last classification in biological taxonomy?

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Species, which is the most specific level of classification.

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What is secondary succession?

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The process of ecological recovery that occurs in an area where soil is present but life has been disturbed or destroyed.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is a cell membrane?

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A protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA holds the genetic information necessary for the growth, development, and reproduction of organisms.

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What is natural selection?

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The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.