Mid-Year Biology Review

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll

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What is the correct sequence of steps in cellular respiration?

Back

Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, Electron Transport Chain

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During the carbon cycle, which process is responsible for converting carbon dioxide into organic compounds?

Back

Photosynthesis

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

Back

It serves as a template for assembling amino acids.

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Which phase of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes along the cell's equator?

Back

Metaphase

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Compare the end products of mitosis and meiosis.

Back

Mitosis produces two identical cells; meiosis produces four genetically different cells.

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Explain how a mutation in DNA can impact protein synthesis.

Back

It can change the amino acid sequence, potentially creating a different protein.

Front

Describe the role of ATP in cellular respiration.

Back

ATP stores and transfers energy within cells.

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Analyze how deforestation might impact the carbon cycle.

Back

It reduces the number of trees available to absorb carbon dioxide, increasing atmospheric CO2 levels.

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Evaluate the consequences of a mutation in a gene that codes for an enzyme.

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The enzyme may lose its function, potentially disrupting reactions.