Honors Bio Practice Final Exam Fall Semester

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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The control group is the group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment or intervention being tested, allowing for comparison against the experimental group.

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What polysaccharide do animals use to store glucose?

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Glycogen.

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What polysaccharide do plants use to store glucose?

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Starch.

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What are cell membrane channels made of?

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Proteins.

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities that cannot be measured numerically, such as colors or types.

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What defines a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond occurs when electrons are shared unequally between atoms, resulting in partial positive and negative charges.

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What is the purpose of a control group in a scientific study?

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The control group serves as a baseline to compare the effects of the treatment in the experimental group.

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What is the difference between glycogen and starch?

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Glycogen is used by animals to store glucose, while starch is used by plants for the same purpose.

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What role do proteins play in cell membranes?

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Proteins form channels that facilitate diffusion and active transport across the cell membrane.

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Give an example of qualitative data.

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An example of qualitative data is 'all of the kittens are either black or black and white'.