Med Micro- Fall Semester Final Review

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What does the prefix 'deci-' represent in numerical terms?

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.1 (one-tenth)

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What is the process called when water diffuses from a high concentration to a low concentration?

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Osmosis

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What is a pathogen?

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A disease-causing agent.

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What is the function of flagella in cells?

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Flagella are used for movement.

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Which type of cell is generally larger: Prokaryotes or Eukaryotes?

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Eukaryotes are larger.

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Define diffusion.

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The movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

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What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy.

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What is the significance of the cell membrane?

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It regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.