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WorksheetsBasic Biology Assessment
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the basic unit of life?
Organism
Cell
Molecule
Atom
Name the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.
Photosynthesis
Respiration
Transpiration
Fermentation
What organ system is responsible for transporting blood?
Circulatory system
Respiratory system
Digestive system
Nervous system
Define the term 'gene'.
A gene is a unit of heredity in living organisms, made up of DNA, that encodes the information for producing proteins.
A gene is a type of virus that infects bacteria.
A gene is a protein that helps in digestion.
A gene is a type of cell found in the brain.
What is the function of the cell membrane?
The cell membrane controls the passage of substances and protects the cell.
The cell membrane is responsible for protein synthesis.
The cell membrane stores genetic information.
The cell membrane generates energy for the cell.
Describe the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll releases oxygen during photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll is a type of carbohydrate used in energy storage.
Chlorophyll reflects all light wavelengths equally.
Chlorophyll absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.
How many chromosomes do humans typically have?
50
48
46
44
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To regulate body temperature
To produce hormones for growth
To digest food and absorb nutrients
To facilitate gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment.
Explain the difference between dominant and recessive traits.
Dominant traits are expressed with one allele, while recessive traits require two alleles.
Dominant traits require two alleles, while recessive traits are expressed with one allele.
Dominant traits can only be inherited from one parent, while recessive traits can be inherited from both.
Recessive traits are always more common than dominant traits.
What is the purpose of mitosis in cell division?
To eliminate damaged cells
To create energy for the cell
The purpose of mitosis in cell division is to produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.
To facilitate protein synthesis
