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Which cell organelle is primarily responsible for the production of ATP through cellular respiration?
Which cell organelle is primarily responsible for the production of ATP through cellular respiration?
- Endoplasmic Reticulum
- Golgi Apparatus
- Mitochondria (correct)
- Nucleus
In Mendelian genetics, which of the following statements best describes the Law of Independent Assortment?
In Mendelian genetics, which of the following statements best describes the Law of Independent Assortment?
- Only dominant alleles will express the phenotype
- Alleles segregate independently during gamete formation (correct)
- Genes for different traits are inherited together
- The phenotype is determined solely by the genotype
Which type of genetic mutation is likely to alter the translation of a protein by introducing a premature stop codon?
Which type of genetic mutation is likely to alter the translation of a protein by introducing a premature stop codon?
- Insertion mutation
- Deletion mutation (correct)
- Point mutation
- Missense mutation
Which mechanism of natural selection is primarily driven by competition for limited resources?
Which mechanism of natural selection is primarily driven by competition for limited resources?
What type of ecological growth model represents population growth that stabilizes at a carrying capacity?
What type of ecological growth model represents population growth that stabilizes at a carrying capacity?
Which plant hormone is primarily responsible for promoting cell elongation and also plays a critical role in phototropism?
Which plant hormone is primarily responsible for promoting cell elongation and also plays a critical role in phototropism?
Which macromolecule primarily serves as a structural component of cell membranes?
Which macromolecule primarily serves as a structural component of cell membranes?
Which type of cloning results in the creation of an organism that is genetically identical to the donor organism?
Which type of cloning results in the creation of an organism that is genetically identical to the donor organism?
Study Notes
Cell Biology
- Cell Structure:
- Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic cells
- Organelles: Nucleus, Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Endoplasmic Reticulum (Smooth and Rough), Golgi Apparatus, Lysosomes
- Cell Functions:
- Metabolism: Anabolism and Catabolism
- Cellular Respiration: Glycolysis, Krebs cycle, Electron Transport Chain
Genetics
- Mendelian Genetics:
- Laws of inheritance: Law of Segregation, Law of Independent Assortment
- Punnett squares for monohybrid and dihybrid crosses
- DNA Structure:
- Double helix, nucleotides (A, T, C, G)
- Base pairing and complementary strands
- Genetic Mutation:
- Types: Point mutations, Insertions, Deletions
- Effects: Silent, Missense, Nonsense mutations
Evolution
- Natural Selection:
- Mechanisms: Variation, Competition, Survival of the fittest
- Speciation:
- Allopatric vs. Sympatric speciation
- Genetic drift and gene flow
Ecology
- Ecosystem Dynamics:
- Biotic and abiotic factors
- Food chains and food webs
- Population Ecology:
- Growth models: Exponential and Logistic
- Factors affecting population size: Birth rate, Death rate, Immigration, Emigration
Human Biology
- Body Systems:
- Major systems: Circulatory, Respiratory, Digestive, Nervous, Endocrine, Reproductive
- Homeostasis:
- Mechanisms: Feedback loops (positive and negative)
Plant Biology
- Photosynthesis:
- Process: Light-dependent and light-independent reactions
- Role of chlorophyll and chloroplasts
- Plant Hormones:
- Auxins, Gibberellins, Cytokinins, Abscisic acid
Microbiology
- Types of Microorganisms:
- Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa
- Pathogenicity:
- Mechanisms of infection and immune response
Biochemistry
- Macromolecules:
- Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids
- Enzymes:
- Role as catalysts, enzyme-substrate complex, factors affecting enzyme activity (temperature, pH)
Biotechnological Applications
- Gene Therapy:
- Techniques and ethical considerations
- Cloning:
- Types: Therapeutic vs. Reproductive cloning
These notes provide a concise overview of critical concepts in biology relevant to 2nd PU studies.
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This quiz covers fundamental concepts in biology including cell structure and functions, Mendelian genetics, DNA structure, natural selection, and ecosystem dynamics. Test your knowledge on key biological principles and mechanisms that govern life processes. Perfect for students studying biology at various levels.
