STAAR Biology Review

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Organelle responsible for synthesizing proteins

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Ribosome

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What is the role of gases in photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration uses oxygen and releases carbon dioxide, while photosynthesis uses carbon dioxide and releases oxygen.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The stage of the cell cycle where the cytoplasm divides.

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What determines the code of a DNA molecule?

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The order (sequence) of the nitrogen bases.

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What is thigmotropism?

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A plant's growth response to touch.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between internal and external stimuli?

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Internal stimuli are signals from within the organism, while external stimuli are signals from the environment.