Mid Term Sci 6

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What is a neutral mutation?

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A neutral mutation is a change in an organism's DNA that does not significantly affect its fitness or survival. An example is a change in eye color.

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How can a mutation in a parent plant affect its offspring?

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A mutation in a parent plant can be passed down to its seeds, resulting in offspring that share the same mutation, such as larger leaves.

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What is the best way to grow the biggest pumpkins?

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Use the seeds from the biggest pumpkins when planting.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell's internal parts and allows some molecules to pass through while blocking others.

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What is cross-pollination?

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Cross-pollination is the transfer of pollen from one plant to the flower of another plant, leading to genetic diversity.

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What is self-pollination?

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Self-pollination is when a plant's pollen fertilizes its own ovules, resulting in offspring that are genetically similar to the parent.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism, which can lead to variations in traits.

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What is genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity refers to the variety of genes within a species, which is important for adaptability and survival.

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What is the role of sunlight in plant growth?

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Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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