Biology Midterm Review

Front

What is the nucleic acid that stores genetic information and has a double helix shape?

Back

DNA

Front

What is the basic unit of inheritance that codes for a specific trait?

Back

Gene

Front

What macromolecules are essential to the structural components of the body, such as hair, hooves, enzymes, and antibodies?

Back

Proteins

Front

An herbivore is an organism that eats __________.

Back

plants only

Front

What is a likely impact on organisms in an ecosystem if a drastic change occurs due to natural disasters or humans?

Back

Change in population sizes

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What term describes the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem?

Back

Biodiversity

Front

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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They break down dead organic material and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.

Front

What is the term for a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit?

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Mutualism