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Which type of bond is formed when electrons are shared between atoms?

  • Hydrogen bond
  • Metallic bond
  • Ionic bond
  • Covalent bond (correct)

    • What is the primary function of a cell membrane?

  • Controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell (correct)
  • Producing energy
  • Synthesizing proteins
  • Storing genetic information

    • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of enzymes?

  • They can increase the rate of chemical reactions
  • They are consumed during the reaction (correct)
  • Their activity can be affected by temperature and pH
  • They are specific to the reactions they catalyze

    • What is the main difference between mitosis and meiosis?

    <p>Mitosis produces genetically identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces genetically diverse daughter cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

    <p>6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a type of biological molecule?

    <p>Minerals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which organisms evolve over time?

    <p>Natural selection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a plant cell?

    <p>Presence of centrioles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aerobic respiration requires which of the following?

    <p>Oxygen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of DNA?

    <p>Carrying genetic information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key reason for balancing chemical equations?

    <p>To ensure the conservation of mass (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition describes an acid according to the pH scale?

    <p>pH less than 7 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state of matter is characterized by particles that fill their container and have no fixed shape?

    <p>Gas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force is responsible for holding the electrons in an atom?

    <p>Electrostatic force (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of energy is associated with the motion of an object?

    <p>Kinetic energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which does NOT describe a property of waves?

    <p>Waves transfer matter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT essential for the functioning of an electrical circuit?

    <p>Battery charger (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do isotopes of the same element differ in?

    <p>Number of neutrons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the average kinetic energy of particles relate to temperature?

    <p>It decreases as temperature decreases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon occurs when light changes direction as it passes through a lens?

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    Flashcards

    Chemical reactions

    Transformations involving the breaking and forming of bonds between atoms.

    Balancing chemical equations

    Ensures conservation of atoms by making reactants and products equal in number.

    pH scale

    Measures acidity and basicity, ranging from 0 to 14.

    States of matter

    Matter exists as solids, liquids, or gases, each with different particle behaviors.

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    Newton's laws of motion

    Describe the relationship between forces, mass, and acceleration in motion changes.

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    Kinetic energy

    Energy of an object due to its motion; increases with speed.

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    Electric current

    Flow of electric charge through a circuit, requiring a potential difference.

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    Radioactivity

    Emission of radiation from unstable isotopes as they decay.

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    Temperature

    Average kinetic energy of particles in a substance, indicating heat intensity.

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    Light reflection and refraction

    Light behavior involving bouncing off surfaces and changing direction in different media.

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    Cells

    Basic units of life with a cell membrane, cytoplasm, and DNA.

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    Organisation in organisms

    Cells form tissues, tissues form organs, organs form systems to maintain homeostasis.

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    Biological molecules

    Includes carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, each with specific functions.

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    Enzymes

    Biological catalysts that speed up reactions, affected by shape and conditions.

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    Photosynthesis

    Process plants use to make glucose from CO₂ and H₂O using sunlight.

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    Respiration

    Process of releasing energy from glucose, can be aerobic or anaerobic.

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    Genetic information

    DNA carries hereditary instructions; genes code for proteins.

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    Mitosis

    Cell division resulting in identical daughter cells.

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    Meiosis

    Cell division that produces gametes with half the chromosome number.

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    Evolution

    Process by which organisms change over time through natural selection.

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    Study Notes

    Biology

    • Cells are the basic units of life
    • Cells have a cell membrane, cytoplasm, and genetic material (DNA).
    • Different cell types have specific structures and functions.
    • Animal cells lack cell walls and chloroplasts, whereas plant cells have both.
    • Cells combine to form tissues, tissues form organs, and organs work together to form organ systems.
    • Organ systems function together to maintain homeostasis.
    • Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids are important biological molecules.
    • Each has specific roles (e.g., energy storage, structural components, enzymes).
    • Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up reactions.
    • Enzyme function depends on their specific 3D shape and active site.
    • Factors like temperature and pH affect enzyme activity significantly.
    • Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to make glucose from carbon dioxide and water.
    • Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts and involves absorption of light energy.
    • Photosynthesis equation: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂
    • Respiration is the process of releasing energy from glucose.
    • Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces carbon dioxide and water; anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen.
    • Heredity occurs through DNA, which carries the genetic instructions for life.
    • DNA is a double helix structure.
    • Genes code for proteins.
    • Mitosis is cell division that results in identical daughter cells; meiosis is cell division that results in gametes (sex cells) with half the number of chromosomes.
    • Organisms evolve over time through natural selection.
    • Natural selection involves those with advantageous traits being more likely to survive and reproduce, passing on their beneficial characteristics.

    Chemistry

    • Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter.
    • The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic structure and properties.
    • Atoms have a nucleus containing protons and neutrons, and electrons orbit the nucleus.
    • Different atoms have different numbers of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
    • Elements bond to form molecules and compounds.
    • Types of bonds include ionic (transfer of electrons), covalent (sharing of electrons), and metallic bonds.
    • Chemical reactions involve the breaking and forming of bonds between atoms.
    • Chemical reactions involve reactants transforming into products.
    • A chemical equation represents a chemical reaction.
    • Balancing chemical equations is important, as it shows atom conservation.
    • The pH scale measures acidity and basicity.
    • Acids have a pH less than 7, bases have a pH greater than 7, and neutral solutions have a pH of 7.
    • Acid-base reactions involve the transfer of protons, and neutralization reactions produce salts and water.
    • Matter exists in three states: solid, liquid, and gas.
    • The particles of matter in each state behave differently; e.g., solids have fixed shapes, and gases fill the container that they are in.
    • Trends in the periodic table (e.g., reactivity, electron arrangement) allow for prediction of the properties of elements.

    Physics

    • Forces cause changes in motion.
    • Newton's laws of motion describe relationships between forces, mass, and acceleration.
    • Types of forces include gravitational force, electrostatic force, magnetic force, and frictional force.
    • Energy exists in various forms (kinetic, potential, thermal, light).
    • Energy can be transferred and transformed from one form to another.
    • Waves transfer energy from one place to another without transferring matter.
    • Examples include sound waves, light waves, and water waves.
    • Electric current flows when there is a potential difference.
    • Electrical circuits involve energy transformation and current flow.
    • Components of a circuit include a power supply, conducting wires, bulbs, and resistors.
    • Energy transfers and changes occur when forces act on objects.
    • Examples include objects moving due to forces acting on them, and energy transformations during movement.
    • Radioactive substances emit radiation as they decay.
    • Isotopes of the same element have different numbers of neutrons.
    • Different types of radiation (alpha, beta, and gamma) have varying penetrating power.
    • Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance.
    • Heat transfer occurs due to temperature differences.
    • Forms of heat transfer include conduction, convection, and radiation.
    • Light travels in straight lines and can be reflected and refracted.
    • The electromagnetic spectrum includes a range of wavelengths including visible light.
    • Mirrors and lenses use light reflection and refraction.

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