2023 final eoc

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What is a possible result of a disruption in the cell cycle?

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Cancer is a possible result of a disruption in the cell cycle.

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What happens to an animal cell placed in a hypertonic (salty) solution?

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The animal cell will shrink.

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What are organic macromolecules composed of chains of amino acids that form structural components of organisms?

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Proteins are organic macromolecules composed of chains of amino acids.

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What stage of mitosis is characterized by the separation of sister chromatids?

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Telophase is the stage of mitosis where sister chromatids are separated.

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Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes align at the equator.

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What is the function of proteins in living organisms?

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Proteins serve as structural components, enzymes, and play roles in cell signaling.

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What is the definition of hypertonic solution?

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A hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell.

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What is the role of mitosis in cell division?

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Mitosis is the process that ensures equal distribution of duplicated chromosomes to daughter cells.

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What is the difference between prophase and metaphase in mitosis?

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Prophase is the stage where chromosomes condense and become visible, while metaphase is when chromosomes align at the cell's equator.

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What are the four main phases of mitosis?

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The four main phases of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.