Biology Quiz

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Biology
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9th - 12th Grade
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Andrew Allen
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are primary producers also known as?
Heterotrophs
Decomposers
Autotrophs
Consumers
Answer explanation
Primary producers are also known as autotrophs because they produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, unlike heterotrophs, decomposers, and consumers that rely on other organisms for energy.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is logistic growth?
Growth that increases rapidly without limit
Growth that decreases over time
Growth that increases rapidly and then stabilizes
Growth that remains constant
Answer explanation
Logistic growth describes a population that grows rapidly at first when resources are abundant, but then stabilizes as it reaches the carrying capacity of the environment, making 'Growth that increases rapidly and then stabilizes' the correct choice.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three types of survivorship curves?
Type I, Type II, Type III
Type A, Type B, Type C
Type X, Type Y, Type Z
Type Alpha, Type Beta, Type Gamma
Answer explanation
The three types of survivorship curves are Type I, Type II, and Type III. Type I represents high survival rates in early life, Type II indicates a constant mortality rate, and Type III shows high mortality in early life stages.
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS2-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between a generalist and a specialist?
Generalists are more adaptable; specialists thrive in specific conditions
Generalists are less adaptable; specialists thrive in any condition
Generalists are more adaptable; specialists thrive in any condition
Generalists thrive in specific conditions; specialists are more adaptable
Answer explanation
Generalists possess a broad range of skills, making them adaptable to various situations. In contrast, specialists focus on specific areas, excelling in particular conditions but may struggle outside their expertise.
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS4-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is convergent evolution?
Evolution of similar traits in unrelated species
Evolution of different traits in related species
Evolution of similar traits in related species
Evolution of different traits in unrelated species
Answer explanation
Convergent evolution refers to the process where unrelated species evolve similar traits due to adapting to similar environments or ecological niches, making 'Evolution of similar traits in unrelated species' the correct choice.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three subatomic particles that make up atoms?
Protons, Neutrons, Electrons
Protons, Neutrons, Photons
Protons, Electrons, Quarks
Neutrons, Electrons, Photons
Answer explanation
Atoms are made up of three main subatomic particles: protons, which are positively charged; neutrons, which have no charge; and electrons, which are negatively charged. Therefore, the correct answer is Protons, Neutrons, Electrons.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is adaptive radiation?
The spread of species into new environments
The extinction of species
The mutation of species
The migration of species
Answer explanation
Adaptive radiation refers to the spread of species into new environments, allowing them to evolve and diversify to exploit different ecological niches.
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS4-4
NGSS.HS-LS4-5
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