Biology SOL Review #1

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What are the smallest units of life?

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Cells are the smallest units of life because they grow, reproduce, respond, and use energy.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store genetic information.

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What property of water helps prevent a cup from burning over a flame?

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High specific heat of water helps prevent the cup from burning.

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Which organelles are common to both plant and animal cells?

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Ribosomes, cell membrane, mitochondria, and cytoplasm are common to both plant and animal cells.

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What is a testable explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested?

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A hypothesis is a testable explanation to a problem.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, providing energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.