Function

What is the function of valves in the heart?

• To keep the heart pumping

• To create pressure

• To prevent back flow of blood

• To keep the blood warm

What is the primary function of the mitochondria in cells?

• To store genetic information

• To produce energy

• To synthesize proteins

• To transport nutrients

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Which of the following is a function of the chlorophyll in plants?

• Absorb water

• Absorb sunlight

• Store nutrients

• Protect from pests

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

What is the function of the large intestine in the human body?

• Digest proteins

• Absorb nutrients

• Absorb water

• Produce bile

Which of the following best describes the function of enzymes in biological reactions?

• They slow down reactions

• They act as catalysts

• They are consumed in reactions

• They provide energy

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

What is the function of the ozone layer in Earth's atmosphere?

• To trap heat

• To reflect sunlight

• To absorb ultraviolet radiation

• To produce oxygen

Which of the following is a function of the ribosomes in a cell?

• To produce energy

• To synthesize proteins

• To store lipids

• To transport waste

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

What is the function of the kidneys in the human body?

• To filter blood

• To produce insulin

• To store vitamins

• To regulate temperature

Which of the following describes the function of stomata in plant leaves?

• To absorb nutrients

• To exchange gases

• To store water

• To protect from insects

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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What is the function of hemoglobin in the blood?

• To fight infections

• To transport oxygen

• To clot blood

• To digest fats