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What are the common elements essential to life, according to the text?
What are the common elements essential to life, according to the text?
Which element is highlighted as being a pure substance that cannot be decomposed into simpler substances by chemical means?
Which element is highlighted as being a pure substance that cannot be decomposed into simpler substances by chemical means?
What is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element?
What is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element?
What type of bond do atoms form when they share electrons, according to the text?
What type of bond do atoms form when they share electrons, according to the text?
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What is the characteristic that defines an atom's unique properties?
What is the characteristic that defines an atom's unique properties?
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How are compounds categorized based on their composition, as explained in the text?
How are compounds categorized based on their composition, as explained in the text?
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What is a primary function of lipids in living organisms?
What is a primary function of lipids in living organisms?
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Which nutrient is essential for chlorophyll production and metabolic reactions in plants?
Which nutrient is essential for chlorophyll production and metabolic reactions in plants?
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Which organic compound is classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides?
Which organic compound is classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides?
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What effect can excessive use of inorganic fertilisers have on water bodies?
What effect can excessive use of inorganic fertilisers have on water bodies?
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What is the role of nitrogen in plants?
What is the role of nitrogen in plants?
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Which type of fats are typically solid at room temperature and found in animal products?
Which type of fats are typically solid at room temperature and found in animal products?
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What is the main environmental impact of overusing fertilisers?
What is the main environmental impact of overusing fertilisers?
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Which class of organic compounds is essential for genetic information storage and processing?
Which class of organic compounds is essential for genetic information storage and processing?
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What happens when nutrient runoff due to fertilisers causes excessive growth of aquatic plants and algae?
What happens when nutrient runoff due to fertilisers causes excessive growth of aquatic plants and algae?
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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?
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What is the caloric content of 10 grams of fat?
What is the caloric content of 10 grams of fat?
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Which nutrient is most essential for muscle repair and growth?
Which nutrient is most essential for muscle repair and growth?
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How many grams of carbohydrates are recommended daily for females aged 19-30 years?
How many grams of carbohydrates are recommended daily for females aged 19-30 years?
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Who contributed significantly to the advancement of microbiology through observations of single-celled organisms?
Who contributed significantly to the advancement of microbiology through observations of single-celled organisms?
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What material did Robert Hooke use to observe plant cells in 1665?
What material did Robert Hooke use to observe plant cells in 1665?
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What revolutionized the study of cellular structures by providing high magnification and resolution to observe organelles?
What revolutionized the study of cellular structures by providing high magnification and resolution to observe organelles?
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Which nutrient plays a vital role in blood health and is available in red meat and spinach?
Which nutrient plays a vital role in blood health and is available in red meat and spinach?
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What is the primary source of Vitamin C?
What is the primary source of Vitamin C?
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What is the caloric content of 8 grams of protein?
What is the caloric content of 8 grams of protein?
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Which macronutrient provides the highest caloric content per gram?
Which macronutrient provides the highest caloric content per gram?
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What chemical test is best suited to identify the presence of proteins?
What chemical test is best suited to identify the presence of proteins?
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Which of the following vitamins is crucial for visual health and immune function?
Which of the following vitamins is crucial for visual health and immune function?
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What deficiency disease is associated with a lack of Vitamin C?
What deficiency disease is associated with a lack of Vitamin C?
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Which vitamin is known to support iron metabolism, immune function, and collagen formation?
Which vitamin is known to support iron metabolism, immune function, and collagen formation?
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What chemical tests are suitable to identify fats and oils?
What chemical tests are suitable to identify fats and oils?
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Which vitamin deficiency can lead to bone softness, bowed legs, and widened wrists in children?
Which vitamin deficiency can lead to bone softness, bowed legs, and widened wrists in children?
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Beriberi is associated with the deficiency of which vitamin from the Vitamin B Complex?
Beriberi is associated with the deficiency of which vitamin from the Vitamin B Complex?
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What is the role of Vitamin E in the body?
What is the role of Vitamin E in the body?
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Deficiency of which vitamin can lead to night blindness and immune dysfunction?
Deficiency of which vitamin can lead to night blindness and immune dysfunction?
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What is the main purpose of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?
What is the main purpose of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?
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What distinguishes inorganic compounds from organic compounds?
What distinguishes inorganic compounds from organic compounds?
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Why are carbohydrates important in living organisms?
Why are carbohydrates important in living organisms?
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In living organisms, what role do proteins play?
In living organisms, what role do proteins play?
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What is the primary characteristic of water that makes it vital for temperature regulation?
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How does water contribute to the transport of nutrients in organisms?
How does water contribute to the transport of nutrients in organisms?
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In what process does water participate directly in chemical reactions?
In what process does water participate directly in chemical reactions?
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Which statement about minerals in human and plant nutrition is true?
Which statement about minerals in human and plant nutrition is true?
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What is the primary role of sodium chloride (NaCl) in living organisms?
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What percentage of the human body is composed of water?
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How do carbohydrates differ from fats in their functions?
How do carbohydrates differ from fats in their functions?
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What components are essential in a light microscope?
What components are essential in a light microscope?
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Which microscope uses beams of electrons for magnification?
Which microscope uses beams of electrons for magnification?
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Who developed the cell theory?
Who developed the cell theory?
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What is the function of a cell wall in plant cells?
What is the function of a cell wall in plant cells?
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Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration in both plant and animal cells?
Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration in both plant and animal cells?
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What is the primary function of lysosomes in animal cells?
What is the primary function of lysosomes in animal cells?
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Which statement about magnification calculation is correct?
Which statement about magnification calculation is correct?
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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
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What material provides structural strength to the cell wall?
What material provides structural strength to the cell wall?
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What is the purpose of plasmodesmata in plant cells?
What is the purpose of plasmodesmata in plant cells?
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Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins in both plant and animal cells?
Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins in both plant and animal cells?
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What is the primary function of the Smooth ER in plant and animal cells?
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Which statement accurately describes the fundamental concept of cell theory?
Which statement accurately describes the fundamental concept of cell theory?
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What unique process occurs in plant cells but not in animal cells?
What unique process occurs in plant cells but not in animal cells?
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Which cellular structure is responsible for cellular respiration in both plant and animal cells?
Which cellular structure is responsible for cellular respiration in both plant and animal cells?
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What is the main function of the Golgi Apparatus in cells?
What is the main function of the Golgi Apparatus in cells?
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Which organelle plays a crucial role in maintaining cell rigidity in plant cells?
Which organelle plays a crucial role in maintaining cell rigidity in plant cells?
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What is the primary function of the Rough ER in both plant and animal cells?
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In the context of cell theory, which statement concerning cells is accurate?
In the context of cell theory, which statement concerning cells is accurate?
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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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What is the main difference between carrier-facilitated transport and active transport?
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Why is the surface area to volume ratio important in determining when a cell will divide?
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What happens during the G2 phase of interphase?
What happens during the G2 phase of interphase?
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Which cellular structure increases the surface area of the cell membrane to enhance nutrient absorption?
Which cellular structure increases the surface area of the cell membrane to enhance nutrient absorption?
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What is the key role of the endoplasmic reticulum in relation to the cell membrane?
What is the key role of the endoplasmic reticulum in relation to the cell membrane?
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During interphase, why is DNA in the form of chromatin and not distinct chromosomes?
During interphase, why is DNA in the form of chromatin and not distinct chromosomes?
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Which phase of the cell cycle includes the duplication of each chromosome, resulting in two sister chromatids?
Which phase of the cell cycle includes the duplication of each chromosome, resulting in two sister chromatids?
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What happens during metaphase of mitosis?
What happens during metaphase of mitosis?
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Which structure is specifically involved in the uptake of larger particles by the cell?
Which structure is specifically involved in the uptake of larger particles by the cell?
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Why might a cell undergo division to form smaller cells?
Why might a cell undergo division to form smaller cells?
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Which subatomic particle defines an element's unique characteristics?
Which subatomic particle defines an element's unique characteristics?
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What is the composition of a molecule?
What is the composition of a molecule?
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What is the distinguishing feature that categorizes compounds into organic and inorganic?
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Which chemical bond is responsible for holding atoms together in a molecule?
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Which of the following can be true about compounds?
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What defines a molecule?
What defines a molecule?
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Which organic compound serves primarily as an energy storage molecule in animals?
Which organic compound serves primarily as an energy storage molecule in animals?
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What is the primary function of iron in living organisms?
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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?
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Which nutrient deficiency can result in stunted growth and photosynthesis impairment in plants?
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What environmental issue may arise from the overuse of inorganic fertilisers in agriculture?
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Which mineral nutrient is involved in the production of chlorophyll in plants?
Which mineral nutrient is involved in the production of chlorophyll in plants?
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In which type of carbohydrates would you find cellulose, a component of plant cell walls?
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Which consequence may arise from hypoxic conditions due to eutrophication in water bodies?
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What is a common role of proteins in living organisms that contributes to various cellular processes?
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Which element plays a critical role in thyroid hormone production and is considered a microelement?
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Which of the following is a deficiency disease associated with a lack of Vitamin C?
Which of the following is a deficiency disease associated with a lack of Vitamin C?
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What is the primary role of Vitamin D in the body?
What is the primary role of Vitamin D in the body?
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Which vitamin can be sourced from citrus fruits, tomatoes, and several vegetables?
Which vitamin can be sourced from citrus fruits, tomatoes, and several vegetables?
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What deficiency disease is linked to inadequate intake of Vitamin E?
What deficiency disease is linked to inadequate intake of Vitamin E?
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Which food sources are rich in Vitamin A?
Which food sources are rich in Vitamin A?
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In which deficiency disease does the body show symptoms such as poor vision in low light?
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What group of food items can serve as sources for Vitamin B Complex?
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Which vitamin deficiency can result in skin lesions, gastrointestinal problems, and psychological disturbances?
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What is the essential role of Vitamin E in the body?
What is the essential role of Vitamin E in the body?
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Which deficiency disease is characterized by bone softness, bowed legs, and widened wrists in children due to insufficient Vitamin D?
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Why is carbon dioxide classified as an inorganic compound?
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Why are carbohydrates considered essential compounds in living organisms?
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Which category do calcium, potassium, and sodium fall into based on their required amounts by living organisms?
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Why is water known as the 'universal solvent'?
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What percentage of the human body is composed of water?
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How does water contribute to the transport of nutrients in organisms?
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What is the primary role of proteins in building cellular structures?
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In what way do fats differ from carbohydrates based on their functions?
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Why are minerals considered essential for living organisms?
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What distinguishes inorganic compounds from organic compounds?
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Which nutrient value is used to calculate the energy content in food items?
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What does a balanced diet aim to achieve?
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Which nutrient is crucial for bone health and is obtained from dairy products and fortified cereals?
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What is the primary function of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?
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What revolutionary tool provided higher magnification and resolution in the visualization of cellular structures?
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What technique was introduced to enhance the visibility of internal cell structures during the evolution of microscopy?
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What do convex lenses in microscopes primarily assist in achieving?
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Why is malnutrition a concern for individuals?
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What is the role of lysosomes in animal cells?
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What characteristic defines a balanced diet?
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What specific feature of animal cells contributes to their ability to form more complex structures?
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Which of the following organelles performs a function similar to that of lysosomes in animal cells?
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What is the primary function of the Nucleus in a cell, according to the text?
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Why do animal cells lack a cell wall, unlike plant cells?
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Which specialized structures in plant cells convert solar energy into chemical energy during photosynthesis?
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In plant cells, what provides structural support, rigidity, and shape to the cell?
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What is the role of plasmodesmata in plant cells?
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In light microscopes, what is used to support the specimen being observed?
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Which of the following is an essential life function exhibited by the cell, according to cell theory?
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What is the main function of lysosomes in animal cells?
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Which cellular phase occupies about 90% of the cell cycle's duration and is crucial for growth, DNA replication, and preparation for division?
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During which cellular phase does the DNA replicate, resulting in two sister chromatids for each chromosome?
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Which process ensures that a cell will divide into smaller cells with a more favorable surface area to volume ratio?
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Which cellular component increases the surface area of the cell membrane to enhance absorption of nutrients?
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What phase of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator?
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Which phase involves cellular contents being duplicated but not the chromosomes?
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Which cellular phase marks the end of interphase and readies the cell for mitosis?
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What cellular process leads to cells becoming inefficient in material exchange due to an unfavorable surface area to volume ratio?
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Which phase of the cell cycle is crucial for DNA replication and ensuring genetic information is maintained?
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What is the critical mechanism that ensures each new cell will possess the correct amount of genetic information following cell division?
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What is the function of the Golgi Apparatus in plant and animal cells?
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Which organelles are responsible for synthesizing proteins in both plant and animal cells?
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What is the primary role of the Rough ER in cells?
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Which organelle plays a crucial role in maintaining cell rigidity in plant cells?
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What is the primary function of lysosomes in cells?
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Which organelle is primarily responsible for cellular respiration in plant and animal cells?
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What is the unique function of centrioles in animal cells during cell division?
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What is the fundamental concept highlighted in the Cell Theory?
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Which statement accurately describes the Fluid Mosaic Model of the cell membrane?
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What is the primary function of microvilli on the cell membrane?
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Which subatomic particle contributes the most to defining an element's unique characteristics?
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In the context of chemistry, what is the essential characteristic that distinguishes a molecule from an atom?
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What type of bond forms when atoms share electrons in a molecule?
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Which combination would NOT result in the formation of a compound?
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Which element is NOT commonly included in the list of essential elements to life presented in the text?
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Why do all compounds qualify as molecules, but not all molecules qualify as compounds?
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What visual indication suggests the presence of starch in a chemical test?
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Which vitamin is primarily responsible for supporting iron metabolism and collagen formation?
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What deficiency disease results from inadequate Vitamin D intake, especially in children?
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Which form of anemia can arise from deficiencies of Vitamins B6, B9, and B12?
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Which vitamin deficiency can result in a depressed immune system and poor nerve conduction?
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In which vitamins are various forms of anemia linked to their deficiencies?
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Which vitamin plays a crucial role in metabolic regulation, enzymatic activity, and cellular health?
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What is the primary role of Vitamin B Complex in the body?
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What is the primary function of Vitamin D in the body's mineralization processes?
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Which diseases can result from a deficiency of Vitamin B Complex?
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What is the fundamental difference between organic and inorganic compounds?
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What is the primary function of water in living organisms?
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Which of the following statements about minerals in human nutrition is correct?
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What is the unique property of water that allows it to regulate temperature effectively?
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How does water contribute to structural support in plants and animals?
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Which function of water is crucial for cellular biochemistry?
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What makes water an essential element in blood, sap, and bodily fluids?
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Which characteristic makes water a critical component in the digestive system?
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What role does water play in photosynthesis in plants?
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What key property of water supports its role in chemical reactions like hydrolysis and photosynthesis?
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Which type of lipid is typically solid at room temperature and found in animal products?
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What is the process where nutrient runoff from excessive fertiliser use leads to aquatic plant overgrowth and oxygen depletion called?
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Which mineral nutrient is essential for smaller-scale critical roles like chlorophyll production in plants?
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Which nutrient is crucial for functions like oxygen transport (in hemoglobin) and thyroid hormone production?
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Which main classes of organic compounds include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids?
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Which of the following is a type of simple sugar consisting of one molecule, crucial for energy storage and structural roles?
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What is the group of compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, consisting of fats, oils, waxes, and steroids called?
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Which type of fats are liquid at room temperature and commonly found in plants?
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What is the essential macronutrient needed for growth and metabolic functions such as photosynthesis and enzyme activation?
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Which of the following elements is vital for genetic information storage and processing in living organisms?
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What is the primary function of the Golgi Apparatus in cells?
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Which feature is unique to plant cells and not found in animal cells?
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What was the discovery made by Antonie van Leeuwenhoek that advanced the study of microbiology?
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Which organelle is responsible for waste breakdown using digestive enzymes in animal cells?
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Why is the study of microbiology important in the context of observing cells?
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What is the main function of the Smooth ER in plant and animal cells?
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Which technology marked a revolutionary step in the visualization of intricate internal cell structures?
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Which statement accurately describes the role of the cell membrane?
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