Quiz about Kinchler - TCAP - 7th - Mitosis, Meiosis, Adaptations

Question 1

Which diagram shows the correct sequence for a plant cell dividing?

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Option D is correct

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Question 2

Some phases of plant cell division are shown. Which diagram shows the last phase just before cell division is completed?

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Option A is correct

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Question 3

Some ferns can reproduce by sending out shoots called rhizomes. The rhizomes produce offspring that grow near the parent. The rhizomes produce a new plant that is genetically identical to the parent. Which of these best describes the method by which these ferns reproduce?

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asexual, because there is only one parent plant

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sexual, because more than one new plant can be produced

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sexual, because ferns are multicellular organisms

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asexual, because the new plant performs photosynthesis

Question 4

Which of these is the best example of sexual reproduction in a plant?

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A pollinated apple flower produces seeds in fruit.

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An onion shoots a stem up from a bulb.

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A potato grows buds that become new potato plants.

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A strawberry plant sends out a runner that produces a clone.

Question 5

One method of reproduction is shown in the diagram. Which statement best explains this method of reproduction?

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sexual reproduction, because the gametes of two parents combine

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sexual reproduction, because the zygote divides by meiosis

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asexual reproduction, because only one offspring is produced

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asexual reproduction, because the offspring looks similar to the parents

Question 6

Which diagram best represents the total number of chromosomes that are passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction?

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Option B is correct

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Question 7

Which example of a physiological adaptation best helps an organism survive in a desert environment?

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storing water for long periods of time

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having thick layers of blubber for insulation

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having fins that act as paddles

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laying eggs in water environments

Question 8

The diagram represents a cellular process used by cells. In which situation would this process be beneficial to the cells?

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growth and repair, because it produces identical types of cells

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growth and repair, because it makes the cells of the organism larger

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reproduction, because it creates more energy for the organism

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reproduction, because it increases the number of chromosomes in the cells

Question 9

Almonds are edible seeds that grow on trees. Wild almonds typically have a bitter taste caused by a chemical in the almond. If an organism eats wild almonds, a chemical reaction occurs that releases the bitter taste. However, a genetic mutation in the almond tree can occur that prevents wild almonds from producing the bitter taste. Which statement describes this how type of mutation could affect these wild almond trees?

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This mutation could decrease the rate of reproduction for wild almond trees.

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This mutation could increase the population of wild almond trees.

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This mutation could increase the life span of wild almond trees.

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This mutation could decrease the size of wild almond trees.

Question 10

There are advantages to both sexual and asexual reproduction. Which of these describes the most likely advantage of sexual reproduction?

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Sexual reproduction results in more variation among offspring, which may help them adapt better to changing environments.

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Sexual reproduction ensures that all of the parents' genes are passed on to the next generation.

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Sexual reproduction is able to produce large numbers of offspring in a short amount of time.

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Sexual reproduction increases the chance that an offspring will receive a harmless mutation from its parents.

Question 11

Damaged cells can release chemicals known as growth factors. Some of these growth factors can cause nearby cells to divide. Which pair identifies the process used by the nearby cells to divide and the result of that process?

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Process: Mitosis

Result: new cells that are genetically identical, allowing them to perform the same functions as the parent cell

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Process: Meiosis

Result: new cells are genetically different from the parent cell, allowing the new cells to carry out their function better than the new ones

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Process: Meiosis

Result: new cells that are genetically the same as the parent, allowing the new cells to develop and specialize into different types of cells

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Process: Mitosis

Result: new cells that are genetically different from the parent cell, allowing the new cells to carry out different functions

Question 12

All human life begins from a single cell. This cell then divides into many more cells. Cells in the human body divide through two main processes called mitosis and meiosis. Which organelle begins to form in Phase 4 of the process in Figure 1?

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nucleus

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mitochondrion

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ribosome

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lysosome

Question 13

All human life begins from a single cell. This cell then divides into many more cells. Cells in the human body divide through two main processes called mitosis and meiosis. If a student were to discuss Figure 1 with a classmate, which description would be correct?

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The student says the bottom part of Figure 1 shows the daughter cells, with each having the same chromosomes as the parent cell.

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The student says Phase 2 of Figure 1 shows prophase, with the chromosomes moving toward the far end of the cell.

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The student says Phase 3 in Figure 1 shows telophase, where the chromosomes have duplicated.

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The student says Phase 4 of Figure 1 shows anaphase, where the chromosomes have lined up in the middle of the cell.

Question 14

This diagram shows two phases in plant cell division. Which phase occurs between the two phases shown in the diagram?

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Option C is correct

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Question 15

Which is the best example of sexual reproduction?

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Offspring receive genetic material from two parents.

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A new plant cell results from mitosis.

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A bacterium divides into offspring identical to the parent.

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Daughter cells receive all the genetic material of a parent cell.

Question 16

The most available food source for birds on an island is hard-shelled nuts. Which birds have beaks designed to best survive on a diet of hard-shelled nuts?

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Option C is correct

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