MS UIL Science 17/18

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What does it mean for measurements to be precise?

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Precision refers to the consistency of measurements, meaning they yield similar results when repeated under the same conditions.

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What does it mean for measurements to be accurate?

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Accuracy refers to how close a measurement is to the true or accepted value.

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What is ATP and where is it produced?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a high-energy molecule produced in the mitochondria during aerobic respiration.

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What is a precipitate in a chemical reaction?

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A precipitate is a solid that forms and separates from a solution during a chemical reaction.

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Which biomolecule is primarily responsible for long-term energy storage?

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Lipids are the biomolecules necessary for long-term storage of energy.

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How much energy does a primary consumer receive from the energy captured in the biosphere?

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A primary consumer receives approximately 10% of the energy originally captured from the biosphere.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where aerobic respiration occurs and ATP is produced.

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Define catalyst in a chemical reaction.

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A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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What is the difference between a solute and a solvent?

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A solute is a substance that is dissolved in a solution, while a solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute.

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What are lipids and their function in the body?

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Lipids are a group of organic compounds that include fats and oils, and they serve as long-term energy storage and insulation.