Biology Semester 1 Final Assessment Fall 2024

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Which organisms are producers?

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Chemosynthetic bacteria and symbiotic bacteria are producers that convert inorganic substances into organic matter.

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What is unique about the DNA of eukaryotes?

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Eukaryotic DNA is surrounded by a nucleus and is structured as a double helix.

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Fats, oils, and cholesterol are all types of what?

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These are all types of lipids, which are essential for various biological functions.

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What do we call all of the living and nonliving things in an area that interact with each other?

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This is called an ecosystem.

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What are the 'small organs' of the cell that carry out specific functions?

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These are known as organelles.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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Define homeostasis in biological terms.

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA into polypeptide chains.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.