Biology EOC review #2 Classification

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What is the most important role of bacteria and fungi?

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Decomposers, which break down dead organic matter and recycle nutrients in ecosystems.

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Which organelles arose from endosymbiosis?

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Mitochondria and chloroplasts.

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What does the Endosymbiotic Theory explain?

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It explains how eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells through a symbiotic relationship.

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Which of the following is NOT a eukaryote?

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Archaea.

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Which two organisms are most closely related: frogs and rodents, lizards and gorillas, fish and frogs, or lizards and birds?

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Lizards and birds.

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Define 'decomposer' in the context of ecosystems.

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Organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What are mitochondria and chloroplasts known for?

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They are organelles that perform cellular respiration and photosynthesis, respectively.

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Explain the significance of the Endosymbiotic Theory in biology.

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It provides insight into the evolution of complex cells and the origin of organelles.

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List the main characteristics of eukaryotic cells.

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, membrane-bound organelles, and are generally larger than prokaryotic cells.

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What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.