Biology: Species, Taxonomy & Energy Concepts

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What is necessary for two populations to be considered the same species?

They must have similar genetic material

They must be capable of interbreeding to produce sterile offspring

They can live in different habitats

They must be capable of interbreeding to produce healthy, fertile offspring (correct)

Which reproductive barrier involves differences in mating rituals?

Behavioral isolation (correct)

Gametic incompatibility

Mechanical incompatibility

Hybrid weakness

Which of the following terms refers to the biological classification of life from Domain to Species?

Cladistics

Genealogy

Taxonomic hierarchy (correct)

Phylogeny

What are the three domains included in the three domain system?

Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya Signup and view all the answers

What type of energy is associated with motion?

Kinetic energy Signup and view all the answers

In which domain are protists classified?

Eukarya Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly represents the order of the taxonomic hierarchy?

Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species Signup and view all the answers

Which reproductive barrier prevents fertilization due to the incompatibility of gametes?

Gametic incompatibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of glycolysis in cellular respiration?

To convert glucose into pyruvic acid Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of cellular respiration produces the most ATP?

Electron transport chain Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between fermentation and cellular respiration?

Fermentation does not require oxygen and uses pyruvic acid for energy extraction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the outer structure of prokaryotes?

Mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the citric acid cycle in cellular respiration?

To break down pyruvic acid into carbon dioxide and produce high-energy electrons Signup and view all the answers

What can serve as alternate fuels for cellular respiration besides sugar?

Fats, carbohydrates, and proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main structural features of cocci bacteria?

They have a spherical shape Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the chloroplast does the Calvin cycle occur?

Stroma Signup and view all the answers

What is potential energy?

Energy an object has due to its location or structure Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately defines ATP?

A molecule that is a common energy currency Signup and view all the answers

What is the by-product of photosynthesis?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

Mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

During which part of photosynthesis is sunlight captured?

Light reactions in the thylakoid Signup and view all the answers

What source do the electrons used in photosynthesis originate from?

Water Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall chemical equation for photosynthesis?

6CO2 + 6H2O + Energy = C6H12O6 + 6O2 Signup and view all the answers

What happens to ATP when it is used for energy?

It turns into adenosine diphosphate (ADP) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of methanogens in their environment?

They emit methane gas as a waste product. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prokaryote is characterized by living in high-temperature environments?

Thermophiles Signup and view all the answers

How did mitochondria and chloroplasts most likely originate in eukaryotic cells?

Via endosymbiosis. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a virus from living organisms in terms of defining characteristics of life?

A virus has no cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the characteristics of protists?

They do not belong to the plant, animal, or fungus kingdoms. Signup and view all the answers

Which cycle is known to lead to the quick death of bacterial host cells?

Lytic cycle Signup and view all the answers

In ecology, what critical role do fungi play?

They decompose dead organisms. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes halophiles in terms of their environment?

They thrive in salty environments. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the fungus in mycorrhizae associations?

Absorbing water and minerals Signup and view all the answers

Which two systems are responsible for transporting different substances in a plant?

Xylem and Phloem Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a cuticle in terrestrial plants?

Preventing water loss Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the root system in plants?

Providing photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic defines angiosperms, distinguishing them from gymnosperms?

Presence of flowers Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of plant part evolution from oldest to most recent?

Waxy Cuticle, Vascular System, Seeds, Flowers Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is characteristic of monocots?

Leaf veins parallel Signup and view all the answers

What defines a fruit in botanical terms?

A mature or ripened ovary Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Species and Taxonomy

A species is a group capable of interbreeding and producing healthy, fertile offspring.
Taxonomy is the branch of biology that classifies organisms based on their shared characteristics.
The taxonomic hierarchy, from broadest to most specific, is: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
Humans belong to the following taxonomic groups: Domain Eukarya, Kingdom Animalia, Phylum Chordata, Class Mammalia, Order Primates, Family Hominidae, Genus Homo, Species Sapiens.
The three domains of life are Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya.
Protists belong to the Domain Eukarya.

Energy and Metabolism

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.
Potential energy is stored energy due to position or structure.
Chemical energy is stored in the bonds of molecules.
ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy currency for cells, releasing energy when its bonds are broken.
Producers (like plants) convert sunlight into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
Consumers obtain energy by consuming producers or other consumers.
Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts and uses water and carbon dioxide to produce glucose and oxygen.
The overall chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
Photosynthesis has two stages: the light-dependent reactions (in the thylakoids) and the Calvin cycle (in the stroma).
Cellular respiration breaks down glucose to release energy in the form of ATP.
The overall chemical equation for cellular respiration is C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy.
Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria and has three main stages: glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and the electron transport chain.
Fermentation is an anaerobic process that produces ATP from glucose without oxygen.
Besides glucose, fats, carbohydrates, and proteins can also be used as fuel for cellular respiration.
The endosymbiotic theory suggests that mitochondria and chloroplasts originated from prokaryotic cells that were engulfed by larger cells.

Prokaryotes

Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms lacking a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
Prokaryotes have a cell wall, a sticky capsule, flagella, and pili. Some can form endospores.
The two domains of prokaryotes are Bacteria and Archaea.
Bacteria are diverse and found in various habitats; some are beneficial, while others are harmful.
Archaea are often found in extreme environments such as hot springs, salty lakes, and deep-sea vents. There are three main types: methanogens, halophiles, and thermophiles.

Eukaryotes

Eukaryotes are organisms with cells containing a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
The eukaryotic kingdoms are Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.

Viruses

Viruses are non-living entities that require host cells to replicate.
Viruses lack cells and are unable to reproduce independently.

Fungi

Fungi are heterotrophic eukaryotes that decompose dead organisms, recycling nutrients.
Important fungal examples include penicillin, athlete's foot fungi, yeast, lichen, and edible mushrooms.
Mycorrhizae are symbiotic relationships between fungi and plant roots, where the fungus provides water and minerals, and the plant provides sugars.

Plants

Plants are multicellular, photosynthetic eukaryotes with cell walls made of cellulose.
The root system anchors the plant, absorbs water and nutrients, and stores food.
The shoot system is the above-ground portion responsible for photosynthesis and reproduction.
Waxy cuticles prevent water loss in terrestrial plants.
Xylem transports water and minerals from roots to shoots through transpiration.
Phloem transports sugars from sources (shoots and roots) to sinks (growing tissues) via pressure flow.
Plant tissues are organized into three systems: dermal (outer layer), ground (bulk of plant), and vascular (xylem and phloem).
The evolutionary order of plant features from oldest to most recent: waxy cuticle, vascular system, seeds, and flowers.
Gymnosperms are seed-producing plants with cones. Angiosperms are flowering plants with seeds enclosed in fruits.
Monocots have one cotyledon, fibrous roots, parallel leaf veins, and floral parts in multiples of three.
Dicots have two cotyledons, taproots, branching leaf veins, and floral parts in multiples of four or five.

Animals

Animals are multicellular, heterotrophic, eukaryotes with no cell walls.
The nine major animal phyla are Porifera (sponges), Cnidaria (jellyfish, corals), Platyhelminthes (flatworms), Nematoda (roundworms), Annelida (segmented worms), Mollusca (snails, clams, octopuses), Arthropoda (insects, spiders, crustaceans), Echinodermata (starfish, sea urchins), and Chordata (vertebrates).

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This quiz covers essential concepts in biology related to species, taxonomy, and energy. Understand the classification of organisms and the types of energy relevant to biological processes. Perfect for students seeking to enhance their knowledge in these foundational topics.