Unit 3 Review

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What is a eukaryote?

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A eukaryote is an organism composed of multiple cells that include a nucleus and other organelles enclosed within membranes. All plants and animals are eukaryotes.

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What is the correct hierarchical organization in plants and animals from smallest to largest?

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Atoms --> Molecules --> Cells.

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What part of binomial nomenclature is written in lower case?

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The species name.

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What are the two main categories of organisms in binomial nomenclature?

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Genus and species.

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Which pair of organisms are the most closely related: Aardvark and Panda, or Aardvark and Elephant?

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Aardvark and Panda.

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What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to the plant cell.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the role of molecules in the hierarchical organization of life?

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Molecules are formed from atoms and are the building blocks of cells.

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What is the significance of binomial nomenclature in biology?

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Binomial nomenclature provides a standardized way to name and classify organisms.

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What is an example of a eukaryotic organism?

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Humans, plants, and animals are examples of eukaryotic organisms.