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Which of the following describes a dominant trait?
Which of the following describes a dominant trait?
Genetic bottlenecks increase genetic diversity within a population.
Genetic bottlenecks increase genetic diversity within a population.
False
What is the main difference between allopatric and sympatric speciation?
What is the main difference between allopatric and sympatric speciation?
Allopatric speciation occurs when populations are geographically isolated, while sympatric speciation occurs in the same geographic area.
The process of chromosome pairing during meiosis is known as ______.
The process of chromosome pairing during meiosis is known as ______.
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Match the following types of natural selection with their descriptions:
Match the following types of natural selection with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is the correct order of classification levels from least alike to most alike?
Which of the following is the correct order of classification levels from least alike to most alike?
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The lytic cycle of viral replication involves the incorporation of viral DNA into the host cell's genome.
The lytic cycle of viral replication involves the incorporation of viral DNA into the host cell's genome.
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Describe the function of villi in the digestive system.
Describe the function of villi in the digestive system.
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The universal blood donor is type ____.
The universal blood donor is type ____.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the circulatory system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the circulatory system?
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Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
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What is the theory of endosymbiosis?
What is the theory of endosymbiosis?
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Study Notes
DIVERSITY
- List the 8 classification levels in order from least to most similar.
- Define taxonomy, binomial nomenclature, and species.
- List the 6 kingdoms and their defining characteristics.
- Describe the lytic and lysogenic viral replication cycles.
- Explain how bacteria are classified by shape and oxygen requirements.
- Describe how vaccines provide protection against viruses.
- Explain how antibiotics treat bacterial infections.
- Explain the theory of endosymbiosis.
- Define and explain how to create a dichotomous key.
- Define a phylogenetic tree and how to interpret one.
PHYSIOLOGY
- Describe the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, including enzymes, locations, and absorption methods.
- Name and describe a digestive hormone.
- Define ingestion, digestion, absorption, and egestion.
- Explain the roles of peristalsis, saliva, bile, villi, and pancreatic enzymes in digestion.
- Explain why stomach enzymes don't function in the small intestine.
- Describe the function of the large intestine.
- Explain the function of the circulatory system and blood.
- Define blood antigens and antibodies.
- Review blood types (universal donors and recipients).
- Explain the differences between arteries, veins, and capillaries.
- Red blood cells travel from inferior vena cava to aorta.
- Discuss internal, external, and cellular respiration.
- Describe the mechanics of breathing, including inspiration and expiration.
- Explain the importance of blood pressure, pulse, heartbeat, systolic and diastolic pressure.
GENETICS
- Review genetics problems and practice questions.
- Differentiate mitosis and meiosis (cells, chromosome number, resulting cells, and functions).
- Describe the two ways genetic variation is created in gametes and why this is important.
- Describe the stages of mitosis.
- Explain the process of meiosis, including synapsis, crossing over, and independent assortment.
- Define dominant, recessive, genes, alleles, incomplete dominance, co-dominance, sex-linked traits, homozygous, and heterozygous.
- Show possible blood types of children with given parent genotypes.
- Determine possible phenotypes of a heterozygous female with normal vision and a colorblind male with brown eyes.
EVOLUTION
- Define evolution.
- Explain the evidence supporting evolution.
- Differentiate between types of natural selection (directional, disruptive, stabilizing, and sexual).
- Define genetic drift and genetic bottleneck.
- Define divergent, convergent, and coevolution.
- Describe the 3 types of mutations in the environmental context.
- Define vestigial structures and how they support evolution theory.
- Compare theories of evolution as described by Lamarck and Darwin.
- Use an example to explain how artificial selection supports Darwin's theory.
- Describe 2 main types of reproductive speciation mechanisms and provide examples for each.
- Differentiate between allopatric and sympatric speciation mechanisms.
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Test your knowledge on biological classification and physiological processes. This quiz covers taxonomy, viral replication cycles, digestion systems, and more. Perfect for students studying biology at various levels.
