Unit 3: Cells -> Organisms review

In a biology class, Maya learned that the basic unit of life is a (a)   .

• cell

• tissue

• organ

• organism

Which of the following is not a reason for cell division?

• A. The organism is adapting to a new environment

• B. The organism is growing

• C. The organism is repairing damaged tissues

• D. The organism is replacing old cells

Which of the following body parts is least likely to regenerate cells after damage?

• Skin

• Muscle

• Bone

• Brain

Which phase of mitosis involves the reformation of the nuclear envelope?

• telophase

• anaphase

• metaphase

• prophase

What has to come together to make the system level?

• DNA

• Molecules

• Cells

• Organs

What is the correct sequence of levels of organization in a multicellular organism from the most basic to the most advanced?

• cell, tissue, organ, organ system

• organ, organ system, tissue, cell

• tissue, cell, organ, organ system

• cell, organ, tissue, organ system

Uncontrolled cell division in the body can lead to a condition known as (a)   .

• Cancer

• Flu

• Cold

• Allergy

As an embryo develops, cells begin to take on specific roles. This specialization process, occurring after the formation of the Gastrula, is called (a)   .

• Gastrulation

• Cell Differentiation
• Mitosis

• Meiosis

When Ana was learning about the human body, she discovered that the process of maintaining balance is called (a)   .

• Homeostasis
• Stability

• Balance

• control

Which phase of Mitosis is shown when chromosome copies are being pulled apart?

• Prophase

• Metaphase

• Anaphase

• Telophase