Biology Semester 1 Review

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What is the main function of the nucleus?

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To control cell activities.

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What is the dependent variable in the experiment 'Does eating breakfast improve test scores?'

Back

The grade you got on the test.

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What does the cell theory state?

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All living organisms are composed of at least one cell, cells are the building blocks of life, and cells arise only from previously existing cells.

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Which structure is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

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Cell Wall.

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Which part of the cell is often called 'the brain of the cell'?

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Nucleus.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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To produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.