Biology Final Exam Review

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What is a homozygous recessive genotype?

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A homozygous recessive genotype consists of two identical recessive alleles for a trait, represented as 'tt'.

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Which kingdom do multicellular and heterotrophic organisms belong to?

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The kingdom Animalia.

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What are protists?

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Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms, including algae, seaweed, and protozoa, classified under the kingdom Protista.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and organelles.

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Which kingdoms contain prokaryotic organisms?

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The kingdoms Archaebacteria and Eubacteria.

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What do protists, plants, fungi, and animals have in common?

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They are all eukaryotic organisms.

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Define multicellular organisms.

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Multicellular organisms are composed of multiple cells that work together to perform various functions.

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What is the role of fungi in an ecosystem?

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Fungi decompose organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the significance of algae in aquatic ecosystems?

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Algae produce oxygen and serve as a primary food source for many aquatic organisms.

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What are the main characteristics of the kingdom Plantae?

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Members of Plantae are multicellular, eukaryotic, and primarily autotrophic, using photosynthesis to produce food.