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What are the main characteristics of living organisms according to the text?
What are the main characteristics of living organisms according to the text?
Made of cells, Require energy (food), Reproduce (species), Maintain homeostasis, Organized, Respond to environment, Grow and develop, Exchange materials with surroundings (water, wastes, gases)
Explain the concept of homeostasis.
Explain the concept of homeostasis.
Homeostasis is the ability of living organisms to maintain internal stability by adjusting to the changing external environment.
What is the significance of stem cells and their applications?
What is the significance of stem cells and their applications?
Stem cells have the unique ability to develop into different cell types in the body, making them valuable for regenerative medicine, research, and potential treatments for various diseases.
What is the main difference between embryonic stem cell research and adult stem cell research?
What is the main difference between embryonic stem cell research and adult stem cell research?
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Explain how genetic algorithms simulate the process of natural selection in solving problems.
Explain how genetic algorithms simulate the process of natural selection in solving problems.
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What analogy are genetic algorithms based on, and how does it relate to the process of solving problems?
What analogy are genetic algorithms based on, and how does it relate to the process of solving problems?
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What is the basic unit of life according to Cell Theory?
What is the basic unit of life according to Cell Theory?
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Describe the function of the mitochondria in a cell.
Describe the function of the mitochondria in a cell.
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Where is the DNA located in prokaryotic cells?
Where is the DNA located in prokaryotic cells?
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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
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