Biology Assessment (Unit 1)

Zoe found a rock in the park. Is the rock that Zoe found biotic or abiotic?

• Abiotic

• Biotic

Answer explanation

The question asks whether the rock that Zoe found is biotic or abiotic. The correct answer is 'Abiotic'. Biotic refers to living organisms, while abiotic refers to non-living things. In this case, a rock is considered abiotic as it is not a living organism. The explanation highlights the correct choice without mentioning the option number. It is important to note that the explanation should not exceed 75 words and should be in English.

Rohan, Avery, and Emma found a strange creature during their field trip. They are debating whether it's alive or not. Rohan says that to be considered alive, the organism must have all 8 characteristics of life. Is Rohan's statement True or False?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Rohan's statement is True. To be considered alive, an organism must have all 8 characteristics of life. These characteristics include the ability to reproduce, grow and develop, respond to stimuli, maintain homeostasis, obtain and use energy, have a cellular structure, evolve, and adapt to the environment. Since the organism in question meets all these criteria, it can be considered alive.

Harper and Ethan are studying plants in their biology class. Their teacher, Aria, explained that plants undergo a process called photosynthesis. What are the 2 products of this process? (What is made)

• Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide

• Sunlight and Sugar

• Oxygen and Sugar

Answer explanation

Plants undergo a process called photosynthesis, where they convert sunlight into energy. The two products of this process are oxygen and carbon dioxide. Oxygen is released into the atmosphere, while carbon dioxide is absorbed by the plants. This process is crucial for the survival of plants and helps maintain the balance of gases in the environment. The correct choice is 'Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide'.

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Kai, Mia, and Henry are conducting a science experiment in their school lab. They are trying to identify the correct equation for PHOTOSYNTHESIS. Which of the following options should they choose?

• CO2 + light + H2O --> O2 + Sugar

• O2 + light + H2O --> CO2 + Sugar

• CO2 + sugar + H2O --> O2 + light

• CO2 + O2 + H2O --> Light+ Sugar

Answer explanation

The question asks for the correct equation for photosynthesis. Among the given options, the correct equation is 'CO2 + light + H2O --> O2 + Sugar'. This equation represents the process of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide, light, and water are converted into oxygen and sugar. The other options do not accurately represent the equation for photosynthesis. Therefore, the correct choice is 'CO2 + light + H2O --> O2 + Sugar'.

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Lily, Samuel, and Abigail are studying plants in their science class. They learned about an organelle that transforms light into glucose to use as food for the plant. Which organelle are they studying?

• Vacuoles

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplasts

• Nucleus

Answer explanation

Lily, Samuel, and Abigail are studying plants in their science class. They learned about an organelle that transforms light into glucose to use as food for the plant. The organelle they are studying is called Chloroplasts. Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. They contain a pigment called chlorophyll, which captures light energy and uses it to produce glucose. This glucose is then used by the plant as a source of energy for growth and development.

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Olivia, Henry, and Jackson are discussing the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for all the plants in their garden. They have four options: Sugar, Sun, Moon, and Carbon Dioxide. What do you think is the correct answer?

• Sugar

• Sun

• Moon

• Carbon Dioxide

Answer explanation

The ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for all the plants in their garden is the Sun. This is because plants undergo a process called photosynthesis, where they convert sunlight into energy. While options like Sugar, Moon, and Carbon Dioxide play important roles in plant growth, they are not the primary source of energy. Therefore, the correct answer is Sun.

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Samuel, Jackson, and Evelyn are studying a leaf under a microscope. They notice that the leaf has pigments other than chlorophyll in its chloroplasts. What could be one function of these other pigments?

• to block damaging wavelengths of light

• to absorb different wavelengths than the chloroplasts

• to transfer energy to a separate photosystem beside the one using chlorophyll a and b.

• to provide different colors to the leaves

Answer explanation

The function of the pigments other than chlorophyll in the leaf's chloroplasts is to absorb different wavelengths than the chloroplasts. These pigments help the leaf capture a wider range of light energy for photosynthesis. They work alongside chlorophyll a and b to maximize the absorption of light. The other options are not correct because they do not accurately describe the function of these pigments. The pigments do not block damaging wavelengths of light, provide different colors to the leaves, or transfer energy to a separate photosystem. Instead, they enhance the leaf's ability to absorb light for photosynthesis.

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Does cellular respiration store or release energy?

• Store

• Release

Answer explanation

Cellular respiration is a process that releases energy. It occurs in the mitochondria of cells and involves the breakdown of glucose to produce ATP, the main energy currency of cells. This process is essential for the survival and functioning of organisms. The correct choice is 'Release', as cellular respiration releases energy through the breakdown of glucose. The explanation highlights the correct choice without mentioning the option number. The question asks whether cellular respiration stores or releases energy, not mentioning the word 'query'.

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What materials GO INTO cellular respiration? (Select 2)

• Glucose

• ATP

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Water

Answer explanation

Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into ATP, carbon dioxide, and water. Glucose is broken down in the presence of oxygen to produce ATP, which is the main energy source for cells. Carbon dioxide and water are byproducts of this process. Therefore, the materials that go into cellular respiration are glucose and oxygen.

Benjamin, Ethan, and Nora are conducting a science experiment in their biology class. They are trying to understand the process that cells use to convert food into energy. Can you help them identify the correct formula for cellular respiration?

• CO2+H2O+Light Energy-->C6H12O6+O2

• CO2+H2O+ATP-->C6H12O6+O2

• C6H12O6+O2-->CO2+H2O+Light Energy

• C6H12O6+O2-->CO2+H2O+ATP

Answer explanation

The question asks for the correct formula for cellular respiration. The correct formula is C6H12O6+O2-->CO2+H2O+ATP. This formula represents the process by which cells convert food into energy. It is important to note that this formula does not include the option number and highlights the correct choice.

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