Biology Quiz: Cell Evolution and Characteristics
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What type of metabolism did the earliest living cells likely rely on?

  • Aerobic metabolism
  • Photosynthesis
  • Fermentation
  • Anaerobic metabolism (correct)

What is the term for the process leading to the evolution of the first cells from simple organic molecules?

  • Cell division
  • Photosynthesis
  • Cellular respiration
  • Abiogenesis (correct)

Which of the following accurately describes the central tendency measure known as the mode?

  • The average of all values
  • The range of the dataset
  • The most frequently occurring value (correct)
  • The middle value in a sorted list

What is the calculated mean length of the maize fruits based on the provided data?

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Which type of fossils provide insights into the existence of ancient microorganisms?

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Which of the following statements about prokaryotic organisms is true?

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How is the median of a dataset determined?

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What is the calculated range of the maize fruits data?

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What is the primary nutritional mode of Plantae?

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Which of the following features is unique to fungi?

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What role do bacteria have in ecosystems?

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Archaea are often found in which of the following environments?

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Which characteristic contributes to the diversity of living things?

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Which of the following describes the cellular structure of bacteria?

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What type of organisms can be found in the Protista kingdom?

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What is a primary characteristic of Plantae that distinguishes them from fungi?

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What is the primary function of the thick fur in polar bears?

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Which adaptive feature of the giraffe helps it reach food from tall trees?

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What is the benefit of the toxic skin and feathers of the Hooded Pitohui?

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What role does the bright coloration play in the Hooded Pitohui's survival?

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Why do Leaf-Tailed Geckos build nests in protected locations?

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Which adaptive feature of the giraffe is primarily used for defense?

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What ecological role do adaptive features serve for bird species?

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What feature of the polar bear aids in swimming and walking on snow?

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What does a food web illustrate compared to a food chain?

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Which of the following processes is NOT part of the carbon cycle?

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What is the primary role of nutrient cycling in an ecosystem?

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Which biogeochemical cycle is primarily driven by geological processes?

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What describes the sequence of organisms in a food chain?

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Which of the following is true about the water cycle?

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What is the function of nitrogen fixation in the nitrogen cycle?

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What do biogeochemical cycles facilitate in an ecosystem?

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What type of symbiotic relationship occurs when both species benefit?

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In which scenario is one species harmed while the other is unaffected?

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What interaction involves one organism feeding on another for sustenance?

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What type of competition occurs between individuals of different species?

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What term describes a situation where one species provides positive influence on another without direct contact?

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Which of the following is an example of herbivory?

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Which interaction type is characterized by one organism benefiting and the other being neither helped nor harmed?

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How do biological associations and interactions influence ecosystems?

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What type of enzyme catalyzes the transfer of functional groups between molecules?

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Which factor can disrupt an enzyme's activity by altering its shape?

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What is the role of ligases in enzymatic reactions?

<p>Join two molecules using ATP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the induced fit model differ from the lock-and-key model in enzyme action?

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What occurs when substrate concentration increases in enzymatic reactions?

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Which statement describes a competitive inhibitor?

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In the lock-and-key model, what is the significance of the substrate's shape?

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What is the primary function of oxidoreductases?

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Flashcards

Abiogenesis

The process by which non-living matter transformed into the first living cells, likely simple prokaryotes.

Prokaryotic cells

Early, simple cells lacking a nucleus and internal membrane-bound organelles. They likely obtained energy through anaerobic metabolism.

Stromatolites

Layered rock formations created by ancient microbial communities. They provide fossil evidence of early life.

Biostatistics

The branch of statistics that deals with analyzing data from biological studies. It helps us understand biological phenomena and draw conclusions.

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Measure of central tendency

A value that represents the "center" of a dataset. It helps to understand the typical value in a group of data.

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Mean

The average of a dataset, calculated by summing all values and dividing by the total number of values.

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Median

The middle value in a dataset when arranged from lowest to highest. It divides the data in half.

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Mode

The value that appears most frequently in a dataset. It indicates the most common value.

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What are plants?

Multicellular organisms with cell walls made of cellulose, capable of producing their own food through photosynthesis, playing a vital role in oxygen production and providing food and habitat for many organisms.

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What is Protista?

A diverse group of organisms, including algae, protozoans, and slime molds, characterized by their unicellularity and diverse nutritional modes, some being autotrophs and others being heterotrophs.

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What are Archaea?

Prokaryotic organisms similar to bacteria but distinct in genetics and biochemistry, often found in extreme environments like hot springs, acidic soils, and deep-sea vents, and playing crucial roles in extreme ecosystems and nutrient cycling.

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What are bacteria?

Unicellular organisms with prokaryotic cells lacking a true nucleus, possessing diverse metabolic capabilities, inhabiting various environments, some being beneficial while others cause diseases.

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What are adaptations?

The ability of organisms to evolve specific traits that help them survive and thrive in different environments.

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What are ecological niches?

Different species occupying specific niches within ecosystems, leading to diverse interactions and roles, like a bee pollinating a flower.

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What is genetic variation?

The genetic makeup of an organism, which varies within species and across kingdoms, contributing to the vast diversity of life forms.

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How does reproduction contribute to diversity?

Varied reproductive methods contribute to the proliferation of diverse species, enhancing the complexity and interconnectedness of ecosystems.

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Adaptive Features

These are traits or characteristics that help an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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Classification

The way scientists categorize and group organisms based on shared characteristics, like physical traits and evolutionary history.

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Identifying Features

The physical details that help us identify a specific species, like its beak shape, wingspan, or feather patterns.

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Ecological Role

The role a species plays in its ecosystem, including its food sources, habitat, and interactions with other organisms.

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What are some adaptations of the Polar Bear?

Thick fur, large paws, a thick layer of fat, and black skin help the polar bear thrive in icy environments by providing insulation, warmth, and support for movement.

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What adaptations help the Giraffe survive?

A long neck, tall legs, a prehensile tongue, and large eyes and ears help the giraffe reach high leaves, spot predators, and navigate its African habitat.

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What is the Hooded Pitohui's defense strategy?

Toxic skin and feathers protect the Hooded Pitohui from predators, while its bright coloration warns them away.

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How does the Leaf-Tailed Gecko avoid predators?

The Leaf-Tailed Gecko's flattened body and leaf-shaped tail help it camouflage against tree bark, while its sticky toes allow it to climb and grip surfaces.

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Mutualism

A relationship where both species benefit, like bees getting nectar while pollinating flowers.

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Commensalism

A relationship where one species benefits, but the other is neither helped nor harmed, like remora fish hitching rides on sharks.

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Parasitism

A relationship where one species benefits at the expense of the other, like a parasite living off its host.

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Predation

An interaction where one organism (predator) eats another (prey) for food, like lions hunting gazelles.

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Herbivory

An interaction where herbivores eat plants, impacting plant populations, like deer grazing on vegetation.

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Intraspecific Competition

Competition between individuals of the same species for resources like food or mates.

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Interspecific Competition

Competition between different species for the same resources, like nesting sites or food.

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Amensalism

A relationship where one organism is negatively affected while the other is unaffected, like trees releasing chemicals that harm nearby plants.

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Ecosystem

A community of living organisms (biotic factors) and their non-living surroundings (abiotic factors) interacting within a specific area.

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Food Chain

A linear sequence of organisms where each member serves as food for the next, showing how energy and nutrients are transferred in a single direction.

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Food Web

A complex network of interconnected food chains showing multiple feeding relationships and how energy and nutrients flow through various species in an ecosystem.

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Nutrient Cycling

The movement and exchange of organic and inorganic matter in an ecosystem, including essential nutrients like carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus through living and non-living components.

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Biogeochemical Cycles

Pathways by which essential elements like carbon, nitrogen, water, and phosphorus move through the Earth's living and non-living components, involving processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, and decomposition.

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Carbon Cycle

The movement of carbon through the atmosphere, oceans, land, and organisms via processes like photosynthesis, respiration, and fossil fuel burning.

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Nitrogen Cycle

The conversion and circulation of nitrogen among organisms, soil, water, and the atmosphere through processes like nitrogen fixation, nitrification, denitrification, and decomposition.

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Water Cycle

The continuous movement of water between the atmosphere, land, and oceans through processes like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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Oxidoreductases

Catalyze reactions that involve the transfer of electrons between molecules. Think of them as helping electrons move from one molecule to another.

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Transferases

Catalyze reactions that move functional groups from one molecule to another. Like taking a part of one molecule and attaching it to another.

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Hydrolases

Help break down molecules by adding water. Imagine them as "cutting" molecules with water.

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Lyases

Catalyze reactions that involve adding or removing groups to double bonds. Think of them as changing the structure of molecules around double bonds.

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Isomerases

Catalyze reactions that rearrange atoms within a molecule to form isomers. Think of them as reshuffling atoms within a molecule.

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Ligases

Join two molecules together using ATP (energy). They are like molecular glue that needs energy.

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Lock-and-Key Model

The specific shape of an enzyme's active site matches the substrate. It's like a key fitting into a lock.

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Induced Fit Model

The active site of an enzyme changes shape slightly to better fit the substrate. The enzyme adapts to the substrate.

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Study Notes

Module 1: Origin of Living Things

  • Biology is the scientific study of living organisms and their interactions with one another and their environments.
  • Branches of biology include taxonomy, botany, zoology, microbiology, ecology, genetics, evolutionary biology, molecular biology, cell biology, anatomy, physiology, marine biology, entomology, ethology, immunology, biotechnology, environmental biology, and virology.
  • Scientific methods involve observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, data collection, analysis, and peer review.
  • The origin of organic molecules likely occurred from inorganic compounds through processes like abiogenesis.
  • Early cells were likely simple prokaryotes that lacked nuclei and organelles.
  • Basic biostatistics includes the definition of basic biostatistics and central tendency measurement.

Module 2: Living Things in Nature and Biological Molecules

  • Diversity of Living Things: The classification of living things into kingdoms has evolved over time, with early classifications being based on observable characteristics, and modern classifications incorporating genetic and evolutionary relationships.
  • Kingdoms include Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista, Bacteria, and Archaea. Each exhibits different characteristics contributing to the diversity of life on Earth.

Module 3: Cell Organisation, Structure and Functions

  • Cell Theory: All living organisms are composed of cells, the cell is the basic unit of life, and cells arise from pre-existing cells.
  • Cell Structure: Cells share common structures such as a cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, and organelles (chloroplasts, mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, etc.) with distinct functions.
  • Cell Functions: Cells perform various functions such as metabolism, growth, reproduction, homeostasis, and response to stimuli.

Module 4: Cell Division, Principles of Genetics, Variations and Heredity

  • Cell Division: The process by which a parent cell divides into two or more daughter cells, is essential for growth, development, and the replacement of damaged or old cells.
  • Genetic Definitions: Chromosomes, genes, alleles, dominant/recessive alleles, genotypes, phenotypes, homozygous, and heterozygous relate to the way genes are passed from parents to offspring.
  • Mitosis and Meiosis: Mitosis produces identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces unique daughter cells with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell, used in sexual reproduction.

Module 5: Systematics, Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Taxonomy: The science of classifying organisms based on their characteristics and evolutionary relationships.
  • Taxonomic Hierarchy (Levels): Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species.
  • Binomial Nomenclature: A standardized system for naming organisms using a two-part Latin name (genus and species).

Module 6: Ecology

  • Ecosystems: Communities of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.
  • Food Chains / Food Webs: Linear/interconnected pathways demonstrating the flow of energy and nutrients within an ecosystem.
  • Nutrient Cycling: Describes the movement of essential nutrients (carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus) through biotic and abiotic parts of the ecosystem.
  • Interactions: Various ways organisms interact within ecosystems (mutualism, commensalism, parasitism, predation, herbivory, competition).
  • Types of Habitats: Terrestrial (forest, grassland, desert, tundra, mountain) and aquatic (freshwater, marine).

Module 7: Biological Methods and Applications

  • Biological Drawings: Accurate representations of biological structures crucial for communication and scientific understanding.
  • Guidelines for creating biological drawings include: Drawing in pencil, optimizing space, ensuring accuracy, clear and continuous lines, proper proportions, and appropriate labeling for clarity
  • Using a scale and appropriate magnification for drawing

Module 8: Evolution

  • Evolution: The process of change in the inherited traits of a biological population over successive generations.
  • Geological Times and Mega Geological Events: The study of Earth's history and major events that have influenced the evolution of life.
  • Evolutionary Trends: Patterns of change in animals and plants through time often influenced by environment factors

Module 9: Enzymes

  • Enzymes: Biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed.
  • Enzyme Properties: Specificity, catalytic activity, efficiency, regulation, and reusability make enzymes crucial in biological processes.
  • Types of Enzymes: Oxidoreductases, transferases, hydrolases, lyases, isomerases, and ligases.
  • Factors Affecting Enzyme Activity: Temperature, pH, substrate and enzyme concentration, and inhibitors.

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