Biology EOC Review - 2019

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What is the primary producer in an ecosystem?

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Grass is a primary producer that forms the base of the food chain.

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy.

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What is the difference between respiration in animals and plants?

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Animals use only respiration, while plants use both photosynthesis and respiration.

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What is the role of a selectively permeable membrane?

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A selectively permeable membrane regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the function of lipids in organisms?

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Lipids serve as long-term energy storage.

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What is the dominant trait in a genetic cross?

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In genetics, a dominant trait is expressed when at least one dominant allele is present.

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What is the significance of genetic variation in a population?

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Genetic variation increases the chances of survival and adaptation in changing environments.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup, while phenotype refers to the observable traits.

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What is the purpose of a Punnett square?

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A Punnett square is used to predict the genotypic and phenotypic ratios of offspring from genetic crosses.