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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?
Which type of RNA is primarily responsible for carrying amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis?
Which organ system is primarily responsible for gas exchange in the body?
What accurately describes a Punnett Square?
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In terms of biodiversity, what does common ancestry imply?
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What is the role of the Golgi Apparatus in a cell?
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Which structure contains the genetic blueprint of the cell?
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How do producers, consumers, and decomposers interact within an ecosystem?
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Study Notes
Cell Biology
- Cells: Basic unit of life; two main types: prokaryotic (no nucleus) and eukaryotic (nucleus present).
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Cell Organelles:
- Nucleus: Contains DNA, controls cell activities.
- Mitochondria: Powerhouse of the cell; energy production.
- Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Rough ER (with ribosomes, synthesizes proteins) and Smooth ER (lipid synthesis).
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins.
- Lysosomes: Contain digestive enzymes for waste breakdown.
Genetics
- DNA Structure: Double helix; composed of nucleotides (adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine).
- Gene: Segment of DNA that codes for a functional product, usually a protein.
- Chromosomes: Structures made of DNA and protein; humans have 46 chromosomes (23 pairs).
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Mendelian Genetics:
- Alleles: Different forms of a gene (dominant and recessive).
- Punnett Squares: Tool used to predict offspring traits from parental genotypes.
Evolution
- Natural Selection: Process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and reproduce.
- Speciation: Formation of new and distinct species in the course of evolution.
- Common Ancestry: All species share a common ancestor; evolution explains biodiversity.
Ecology
- Ecosystem: Community of living organisms and their physical environment.
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Food Chain/Web: Sequence of energy transfer in an ecosystem.
- Producers (plants) → Consumers (herbivores, carnivores) → Decomposers (fungi, bacteria).
- Biomes: Large ecological areas with distinct climates, flora, and fauna (e.g., tundra, rainforest).
Physiology
- Homeostasis: Maintenance of stable internal conditions (temperature, pH, etc.).
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Organ Systems:
- Circulatory: Transports nutrients and oxygen to cells.
- Respiratory: Facilitates gas exchange (oxygen in, carbon dioxide out).
- Nervous: Controls body functions via nerve impulses.
- Endocrine: Regulates bodily functions through hormones.
Microbiology
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Types of Microorganisms:
- Bacteria: Single-celled, prokaryotic organisms; can be beneficial or pathogenic.
- Viruses: Acellular entities that require a host to replicate.
- Fungi: Eukaryotic organisms, may be unicellular (yeasts) or multicellular (molds).
- Protozoa: Diverse group of unicellular eukaryotes.
Biochemistry
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Macromolecules:
- Proteins: Made of amino acids; functions include catalysis (enzymes), structure, transport.
- Carbohydrates: Energy sources (sugars, starches) and structural components.
- Lipids: Fats and oils; important for cell membranes and energy storage.
- Nucleic Acids: DNA and RNA; involved in genetic information storage and transfer.
Plant Biology
- Photosynthesis: Process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy (glucose) using chlorophyll.
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Plant Structures:
- Roots: Absorb water and nutrients; anchor the plant.
- Stem: Supports the plant; transports fluids.
- Leaves: Main site of photosynthesis; gas exchange occurs through stomata.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of cell biology and genetics. This quiz covers essential topics such as cell organelles, DNA structure, and Mendelian genetics. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of these critical biological concepts.
