Midterm Review- BioH_2024

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What is the name of the 6 carbon sugar formed during photosynthesis?

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Glucose is the 6 carbon sugar produced during photosynthesis, essential for energy in plants.

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What type of molecule is a Cis unsaturated fatty acid?

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Cis unsaturated fatty acids have one or more double bonds in their carbon chain, causing a bend in the structure.

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What is a controlled variable in an experiment?

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A controlled variable is a factor that is kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What type of reaction results in gained electrons?

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Reduction is a chemical reaction where a molecule gains electrons.

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What is the INDEPENDENT variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment, such as the type of medium in plant growth.

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Define photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

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Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fatty acids have one or more double bonds.

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What is an example of a controlled experiment?

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In a controlled experiment, one variable is changed while all others are kept constant to test its effect.

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What is oxidation in a chemical reaction?

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Oxidation is a reaction where a molecule loses electrons, often associated with the addition of oxygen.