Biology EOC Review

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What is the reproductive cycle of a virus?

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The reproductive cycle of a virus involves attachment to a host cell, penetration, replication of viral components, assembly of new virions, and release from the host cell.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism. It can occur naturally or be induced by environmental factors.

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What are the main types of mutations?

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The main types of mutations include point mutations, insertions, deletions, and duplications.

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What is the process of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy, using carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose and oxygen.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What are gametes?

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Gametes are reproductive cells (sperm and eggs) that unite during fertilization to form a new organism.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA contains the genetic instructions for the development, functioning, growth, and reproduction of all known living organisms.

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What is the difference between a prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell?

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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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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures responsible for protein synthesis.