Bio Semester 1 Study guide

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What are the two main products of the Krebs Cycle?

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ATP and CO2

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What is the role of the cell nucleus?

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To control the activities of the cell

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Regulates what enters and leaves the cell

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What is a characteristic of prokaryotes?

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They lack a nucleus

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Which of the following is NOT a main idea of the cell theory?

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Cells can spontaneously generate.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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To produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the purpose of the cell wall?

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To provide structure and protection to plant cells.