Biology Skills Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a part of the cell theory?

• All living things are made up of cells.

• Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things.

• All cells come from pre-existing cells.

• Only animal cells can perform all the functions necessary for life.

What is the primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

• To store food

• To perform photosynthesis

• To control cell activities

• To provide structural support

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Glucose

• Water

Which of the following best describes the role of mitochondria in animal cells?

• Photosynthesis

• Protein synthesis

• Cellular respiration

• Cell division

In genetics, what does the term "homozygous" refer to?

• Having two different alleles for a trait

• Having two identical alleles for a trait

• The study of genes and their roles in inheritance

• A type of genetic cross

What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's ecosystems?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Water

• Geothermal heat

Which of the following is NOT a principle of the theory of natural selection?

• Variation exists within populations.

• Individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.

• Traits are inherited from parents to offspring.

• Individuals can adapt to their environment during their lifetime and pass these adaptations to their offspring.

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

• To produce oxygen

• To produce food

• To produce energy in the form of ATP

• To eliminate waste products

Which of the following organisms would be classified as a producer in an ecosystem?

• Lion

• Mushroom

• Algae

• Rabbit

What is the term for the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem?

• Ecology

• Biodiversity

• Classification

• Evolution