Cells & Viruses

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that cannot replicate on its own and requires a host cell to reproduce.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is a process that converts glucose into energy (ATP) in the presence of oxygen.

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What is a prokaryote?

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A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, such as bacteria.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane surrounds the cell and regulates the movement of substances in and out, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are cellular structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.