Biology Semester 1 Review

Front

What is the flow of genetic information in a cell?

Back

DNA -> RNA -> Protein

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What are viruses classified as?

Back

Non-living

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Which organelle is responsible for energy production in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What determines the information coded in a DNA molecule?

Back

The order (sequence) of the nitrogen bases

Front

Describe the structure of the plasma membrane.

Back

Phospholipid bilayer with protein channels embedded.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.

Front

What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

Protein synthesis.

Front

What are biomolecules?

Back

Large molecules essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the role of chloroplasts?

Back

Photosynthesis in plant cells.