Biology Fall Final Exam

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What organelle do plants use to break down sugar for energy (ATP)?

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Mitochondria: The organelle responsible for producing ATP through cellular respiration.

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Why do cells go through mitosis?

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Mitosis occurs to make new body cells, repair worn out/damaged cells, and allow the organism to grow.

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How many cells are made at the end of mitosis?

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2: Mitosis results in the formation of two identical daughter cells.

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What is the passing of traits from parents to offspring?

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Heredity: The process by which genetic traits are transmitted from parents to their offspring.

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In DNA, which base pairs with Adenine (A)?

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Thymine (T): In DNA, A pairs with T.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts: Organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell: The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes: Organelles that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine, while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.

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What is the process by which cells convert glucose into energy?

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Cellular Respiration: The metabolic process that converts glucose into ATP.