NC Biology EOC 3

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What is the function of a contractile vacuole in protists?

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A contractile vacuole helps protists eliminate excess liquid, reducing pressure inside the cell and preventing it from bursting.

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What is the primary source of energy for cellular processes in organisms?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the primary source of energy for cellular processes.

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What happens to a Paramecium when a chemical is added to its environment?

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The Paramecium may stop moving, indicating that its movement structures are affected.

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What is produced when a cell with eight chromosomes undergoes mitosis?

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Two cells with eight chromosomes each are produced.

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What does salivary amylase break down in the human body?

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Salivary amylase breaks down starches.

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What substance would humans have difficulty digesting with salivary amylase?

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Humans would have difficulty digesting carbohydrates with salivary amylase.

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What is the likely cause of differences in height and weight between identical twins raised in different environments?

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Differences in diet and physical activities are likely causes of height and weight differences.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What are chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are structures made of DNA that contain genetic information.