Biology EOC Review1: Organization

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What is the scientific name for an organism composed of?

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The scientific name for an organism is made from the genus and species name.

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Which organisms have hair according to the cladogram?

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Prosimians and humans have hair.

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What is the advantage of having different shaped beaks?

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The advantage of having different shaped beaks is to be able to eat the food readily available in the environment.

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What is an example of a prokaryote?

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An example of a prokaryote is bacteria.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The function of the nucleus is DNA storage.

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Define prokaryote.

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

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What is a cladogram?

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A cladogram is a diagram that shows the evolutionary relationships among various biological species.

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What is the difference between genus and species?

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Genus is a group of related species, while species is the most specific level of classification.

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What role do ribosomes play in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in a cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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