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Science 9 Exam Review

Total questions: 43

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

a)
To digest food.
b)
To regulate body temperature.
c)
To circulate blood.
d)
To facilitate gas exchange.
2.

What type of blood cells transport oxygen throughout the body?

a)
White blood cells
b)
Platelets
c)
Plasma
d)
Red blood cells
3.

What role do alveoli play in the respiratory system?

a)
Alveoli help in the filtration of air before it enters the lungs.
b)
Alveoli are responsible for producing mucus in the lungs.
c)
Alveoli play a crucial role in gas exchange in the respiratory system.
d)
Alveoli are involved in the regulation of blood pressure.
4.

How does the heart assist in circulation?

a)
The heart filters toxins from the blood.
b)
The heart produces hormones that regulate blood flow.
c)
The heart stores excess blood for later use.
d)
The heart assists in circulation by pumping blood to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the body and remove waste.
5.

How does oxygen enter the bloodstream from the alveoli?

a)
Oxygen is pumped into the bloodstream by the heart.
b)
Oxygen enters the bloodstream from the alveoli by diffusion.
c)
Oxygen is absorbed by the blood cells in the stomach.
d)
Oxygen enters the bloodstream through the skin.
6.

How does blood flow from the lungs to the heart?

a)
Blood flows from the lungs to the heart via the pulmonary veins into the left atrium.
b)
Blood travels from the lungs to the heart through the inferior vena cava.
c)
Blood is pumped from the lungs directly into the right ventricle.
d)
Blood flows from the heart to the lungs via the aorta.
7.

If a person has a blocked artery, how does this impact blood flow?

a)
Blood flow is increased significantly.
b)
Blood flow is reduced or obstructed.
c)
Blood flow remains unchanged.
d)
Blood flow is redirected to other arteries.
8.

When a person exhales, how does the body remove carbon dioxide effectively?

a)
The body removes carbon dioxide by exhaling it from the lungs.
b)
The body stores carbon dioxide in the liver.
c)
Carbon dioxide is converted into oxygen in the stomach.
d)
The body absorbs carbon dioxide through the skin.
9.

If someone has anemia, how does this affect their energy levels?

a)
Anemia causes a boost in energy due to increased red blood cell production.
b)
Anemia increases energy levels by enhancing oxygen delivery.
c)
Anemia has no effect on energy levels at all.
d)
Anemia typically causes decreased energy levels due to reduced oxygen delivery to the body's tissues.
10.

Which activity can improve cardiovascular health?

a)
Weightlifting
b)
Yoga
c)
Aerobic exercise
d)
Meditation
11.

What is a common effect of smoking on the respiratory system?

a)
Improved lung capacity
b)
Increased oxygen absorption
c)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or reduced lung function.
d)
Enhanced respiratory function
12.

Which substance can harm both the respiratory and circulatory systems?

a)
Hydrogen
b)
Carbon monoxide
c)
Nitrogen
d)
Oxygen
13.

How does adequate hydration influence respiratory function?

a)
Hydration has no effect on respiratory function.
b)
Increased hydration can lead to respiratory infections.
c)
Adequate hydration improves respiratory function by keeping mucous membranes moist and supporting effective gas exchange.
d)
Dehydration enhances gas exchange efficiency.
14.

How does a high-fat diet influence blood circulation?

a)
A high-fat diet can negatively impact blood circulation by increasing cholesterol levels and promoting arterial plaque formation.
b)
A high-fat diet can increase oxygen levels in the blood.
c)
A high-fat diet has no effect on cholesterol levels or circulation.
d)
A high-fat diet improves blood circulation by enhancing blood flow.
15.

How does exposure to air pollution affect lung function?

a)
Air pollution improves lung function by enhancing oxygen intake.
b)
Exposure to air pollution has no effect on lung function.
c)
Air pollution only affects skin health, not lung function.
d)
Air pollution negatively impacts lung function by causing inflammation, reducing lung capacity, and increasing the risk of respiratory diseases.
16.

If a person with hemophilia gets a small cut, what is a likely outcome?

a)
Immediate healing of the cut.
b)
No bleeding at all from the cut.
c)
Minor bleeding that stops quickly.
d)
Prolonged bleeding from the cut.
17.

How could a lack of physical activity influence a person's lung function over time?

a)
Improved lung capacity and efficiency.
b)
Enhanced oxygen absorption rate.
c)
Increased risk of lung infections.
d)
Decreased lung capacity and efficiency.
18.

How does leukemia affect the production of blood cells?

a)
Leukemia increases the production of healthy red blood cells.
b)
Leukemia only affects the production of platelets, not white blood cells.
c)
Leukemia disrupts normal blood cell production by overproducing abnormal white blood cells, leading to deficiencies in red blood cells and platelets.
d)
Leukemia has no effect on blood cell production.
19.

If someone chooses to engage in deep breathing exercises regularly, how could this affect their overall respiratory function?

a)
Improved overall respiratory function
b)
Worsened asthma symptoms
c)
Increased risk of respiratory infections
d)
Decreased lung capacity
20.

Which part of the chromosome binds the chromatids?

a)
Nucleus
b)
Telomere
c)
Chromatin
d)
Centromere
21.

How do genes influence traits in offspring?

a)
Genes influence traits in offspring by providing the hereditary information that determines physical and functional characteristics.
b)
Genes only affect traits in adults, not in offspring.
c)
Traits are solely determined by environmental factors, not genes.
d)
Genes have no role in determining physical characteristics.
22.

If a researcher examines a chromosome of a human with a centromere at the end, what type of chromosome is it?

a)
Submetacentric chromosome
b)
Telocentric chromosome
c)
Metacentric chromosome
d)
Acrocentric chromosome
23.

How does DNA structure relate to gene location?

a)
DNA structure has no impact on gene location.
b)
Gene location is determined solely by environmental factors.
c)
DNA structure is irrelevant to gene expression.
d)
The structure of DNA allows for specific gene locations, influencing gene expression and regulation.
24.

Which of the following describes a dominant allele?

a)
An allele that only expresses its trait in homozygous conditions.
b)
An allele that does not affect the phenotype.
c)
An allele that is always recessive.
d)
An allele that expresses its trait in the presence of another allele.
25.

Who is known as the father of genetics?

a)
Gregor Mendel
b)
Isaac Newton
c)
Louis Pasteur
d)
Charles Darwin
26.

Which pattern of inheritance shows a blending of traits?

a)
Incomplete dominance
b)
Codominance
c)
Complete dominance
d)
Polygenic inheritance
27.

What occurs when two alleles are expressed equally in the phenotype?

a)
Recessive trait
b)
Polygenic inheritance
c)
Codominance
d)
Incomplete dominance
28.

What is the process when a trait is influenced by multiple genes?

a)
Monogenic inheritance
b)
Genetic drift
c)
Polygenic inheritance
d)
Chromosomal mutation
29.

How does a Punnett square help predict genetic outcomes?

a)
It shows the physical traits of the parents.
b)
It determines the exact traits of the offspring.
c)
It only works for dominant traits.
d)
A Punnett square helps predict genetic outcomes by illustrating the possible allele combinations and their probabilities in offspring.
30.

In pea plants, the allele for tall plants (T) is dominant over the allele for short plants (t). A homozygous tall plant (genotype TT) is crossed with a heterozygous tall plant (genotype Tt). What is the genotypic ratio of the offspring?

a)

1 TT : 1 Tt

b)
1 TT : 1 tt
c)
2 TT : 1 Tt
d)
1 TT : 2 Tt
31.

In snapdragon flowers, the allele for red flowers (R) and the allele for white flowers (r) exhibit incomplete dominance. What is the phenotypic ratio of the offspring when a pink flower (Rr) is crossed with another pink flower (Rr)?

a)
1 red : 1 pink : 1 white
b)
3 pink : 1 white
c)
1 red : 2 pink : 1 white
d)
2 red : 1 pink : 1 white
32.

In cattle, coat color is determined by two alleles: the allele for red coat color (R) and the allele for white coat color (W). When a red cow (genotype RR) is crossed with a white cow (genotype WW), all offspring have a roan coat color (genotype RW), where both red and white colors are expressed. What is the genotypic ratio of the offspring when a roan cow (RW) is crossed with another roan cow (RW)?

a)
2:1:1
b)
1:2:1
c)
1:1:1
d)
3:1:0
33.

In fruit flies, the allele for red eyes (X^R) is dominant over the allele for white eyes (X^r). A red-eyed female fruit fly (genotype X^R X^R) is crossed with a white-eyed male fruit fly (genotype X^r Y). What is the genotypic ratio of the offspring?

a)
1 X^R X^r : 1 X^r Y
b)
1 X^R Y : 1 X^r Y
c)
1 X^R X^R : 1 X^r Y
d)
1 X^R X^r : 1 X^R Y
34.

What is a primary cause of species extinction?

a)
Overpopulation of species
b)
Natural disasters
c)
Climate change
d)
Habitat destruction
35.

How does genetic diversity affect a population's survival?

a)
Genetic diversity enhances a population's adaptability and resilience, improving its chances of survival.
b)
Genetic diversity decreases a population's adaptability and resilience.
c)
Genetic diversity has no impact on a population's survival.
d)
Genetic diversity leads to increased competition within a population.
36.

How do invasive species contribute to extinction?

a)
Invasive species contribute to extinction by outcompeting native species and disrupting ecosystems.
b)
Invasive species help native species thrive by providing new resources.
c)
Invasive species have no impact on local wildlife and ecosystems.
d)
Invasive species only affect human activities, not biodiversity.
37.

In a forest where trees are cut down, which species is most likely to struggle?

a)
Desert reptiles
b)
Aquatic mammals
c)
Forest-dependent species
d)
Insectivorous birds
38.

When a species loses its habitat due to urban development, what is a likely outcome?

a)
Migration to a more urban environment.
b)
Improved habitat quality for the species.
c)
Increased population growth of the species.
d)
Population decline or extinction of the species.
39.

What is the primary function of the light-dependent cycle in photosynthesis?

a)
To convert light energy into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH) for the Calvin cycle.
b)
To absorb carbon dioxide for photosynthesis.
c)
To release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.
d)
To store glucose for energy during the night.
40.

How do plants capture light energy during photosynthesis?

a)
Plants absorb light through their roots.
b)
Photosynthesis occurs only at night.
c)
Plants use water to capture light energy.
d)
Plants capture light energy using chlorophyll in chloroplasts.
41.

How does photosynthesis benefit the ecosystem?

a)
Photosynthesis is primarily responsible for water pollution.
b)
Photosynthesis benefits the ecosystem by providing oxygen, supporting food chains, and regulating atmospheric gases.
c)
Photosynthesis decreases soil fertility and promotes erosion.
d)
Photosynthesis consumes carbon dioxide and releases methane.
42.

If a plant is given a limited supply of water, how will this affect photosynthesis?

a)
Photosynthesis will decrease due to reduced carbon dioxide intake.
b)
Photosynthesis will stop completely without any water.
c)
Photosynthesis will remain unchanged regardless of water supply.
d)
Photosynthesis will increase due to more sunlight.
43.

When carbon dioxide levels are increased around a plant, what is the expected outcome for photosynthesis?

a)
The rate of photosynthesis will decrease.
b)
Photosynthesis will stop completely.
c)
There will be no effect on photosynthesis.
d)
The rate of photosynthesis is expected to increase.