Science 24 Chapter 7-8 Review

What is the energy converter in a plant?

• Sunlight

• Chloroplasts

• Sugars

• Carbon Dioxide

What is the energy input in a plant?

• Sunlight

• Chloroplasts

• Sugars

• Carbon Dioxide

What is the energy output in a plant?

• Sunlight

• Chloroplasts

• Sugars

• Carbon Dioxide

What process do both plants and animals do to transform the sugars plants produce into usable energy?

• photosynthesis

• mitochondria

• cellular respiration

• digestion

Which of the following statements about fats is true?

• saturated fats are generally good for you

• unsaturated fats are found mainly in animal tissues

• plants produce mostly unsaturated fats in their oils

• both saturated and unsaturated fats are bad for you to eat

What is the process called that keeps your body's internal environment in balance? (i.e. temperature, blood sugar, oxygen level, etc.)

Which of the following are considered macronutrients? (select all the correct answers)

• fats

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• proteins

What are some of the factors that can affect a person's metabolism? (please come up with at least 3)

Answer explanation

There are many factors that affect metabolism. Age, biological sex, gender, fitness level, activity level, and even the time of day can affect your metabolism!

What type of energy conversion is used to produce most of Alberta's electrical power?

• fossil fuels

• hydroelectric

• thermonuclear generators

• solar power

• geothermal energy

What are 3 downsides to using fossil fuels for energy? In other words, what possible harm comes from using fossil fuels?