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Which of the following is the primary function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Facilitating the diffusion of carbon dioxide into the leaf.
Absorbing sunlight to provide energy for the process. (correct)
Transporting water from the roots to the leaves.
Converting oxygen into carbon dioxide.

According to current UK government recommendations, what is the minimum amount of exercise an individual should aim for to maintain fitness and health?

30 minutes, five times a week (correct)
20 minutes, three times a week
45 minutes, three times a week
60 minutes, twice a week

Besides facilitating respiration, what can plants use glucose for?

To produce oxygen for nearby animals.
To attract pollinators.
To build new cells and grow. (correct)
To absorb additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

What is the primary role of alveoli in the lungs?

Facilitating gas exchange with a large surface area. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which raw materials do plants require for photosynthesis to occur?

Carbon dioxide and water. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary reason why ideas regarding the evolution of Earth's atmosphere are considered theories?

There were no direct observations or recordings made at the time these atmospheric changes occurred. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What evidence led scientists to reconsider the theory that comets were a primary source of Earth's water?

Studies of comets revealed that their water had a different isotopic composition (more 'heavy water') than Earth's water. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reported percentage increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since 1750, attributed to the burning of fossil fuels?

25% (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributes to the occurrence of ice ages?

Changes in Earth's orbit, movement of continents, and the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the direct effect of increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

It traps heat from the sun, leading to a warming effect. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where are Ozone layer holes most prominent?

Over Antarctica and the Arctic. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects a current concern about changes in the Earth's temperature?

The planet is warming at an accelerated rate, which raises concerns about potential consequences. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following human activities has been identified as a significant contributor to the breakdown of the ozone layer?

The release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) from aerosols and refrigerants. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult to directly correlate changes in the ozone layer with increases in skin cancer rates?

Other factors, like increased sunbathing and travel to sunny locations, also influence UV exposure. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limiting factor for the population size of plants in a given environment?

The amount of available light, water and minerals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why do similar organisms experience the most intense competition within an ecosystem?

Similar organisms compete for the same ecological niche. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the predator-prey relationship example provided with foxes and rabbits, if the rabbit population drastically decreases, what is the most likely immediate effect on the fox population?

The fox population will decrease due to a reduction in their food source. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a predator-prey cycle, what typically happens after a significant increase in the predator population?

The prey population decreases, leading to a subsequent decrease in the predator population. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason grey squirrels were able to outcompete red squirrels in many areas of Britain after their introduction?

Grey squirrels are better adapted to deciduous woodland habitats. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the information, what is essential for a scientific theory to gain acceptance?

Compelling evidence to support the theory. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the below best describes competition?

When organisms have the same ecological niche. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes plants from animals?

Plants possess chloroplasts and can produce their own food. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which kingdom do fungi and bacteria belong to, given that they lack both plant and animal characteristics?

A kingdom other than Animalia or Plantae (C) Signup and view all the answers

What unique characteristic does the Euglena have that makes its classification challenging?

It can move using a flagellum and perform photosynthesis. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

Vertebrates have an internal skeleton, including a backbone, whereas invertebrates do not. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which adaptation is most characteristic of reptiles that allows them to live on land with minimal water loss?

Dry, scaly skin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic that distinguishes mammals from the other vertebrate classes?

They produce milk to feed their young. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why does amphibian skin need to be moist?

To enable gas exchange. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these characteristics is NOT associated with birds?

Fur (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of archaeopteryx in the context of vertebrate classification?

It displays a mix of reptilian and avian traits, challenging the established classification system. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Alveoli

Microscopic structures in the lungs specialized for gas exchange.

Photosynthesis

The process by which plants produce glucose using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.