Biology EOC Review

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What do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have in common?

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They both have DNA.

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What carries the instructions for making amino acids in a protein?

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The sequence of nitrogen bases on the mRNA.

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What best describes natural selection?

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Organisms better adapted to their environment are more likely to reproduce and pass on their traits to their offspring.

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In an experiment on plant growth, what is the independent variable if different liquids are used?

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The type of liquid.

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What must occur during the cell cycle to ensure proper division of chromosomes?

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The DNA of the cell must replicate.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.

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Define homeostasis.

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

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.