2023 Fall Biology Exam

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What is a heterotroph?

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An organism that cannot make its own food and relies on consuming other organisms for energy.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are organelles that produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What are nucleotides composed of?

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Nucleotides are made of a sugar, phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What type of graph is best for identifying trends over time?

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A line graph is the best tool for identifying trends over time.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.

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Define autotroph.

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An organism that can make its own food, typically through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can create its own food, usually through photosynthesis, and serves as a food source for other organisms.

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What is the difference between a line graph and a pie graph?

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A line graph shows trends over time, while a pie graph shows proportions of a whole.

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What is a nitrogenous base?

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A nitrogenous base is a component of nucleotides, which includes adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine.