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Which of the following cellular structures is directly responsible for the synthesis of proteins?
Which of the following cellular structures is directly responsible for the synthesis of proteins?
- Golgi Apparatus
- Lysosomes
- Mitochondria
- Ribosomes (correct)
If a botanist is exclusively studying the classification and physiological processes of mosses, which specific branch of biology is this work associated with?
If a botanist is exclusively studying the classification and physiological processes of mosses, which specific branch of biology is this work associated with?
- Ecology
- Zoology
- Microbiology
- Botany (correct)
In the context of Mendelian genetics, if a plant with the genotype Aa is allowed to self-fertilize, what proportion of the offspring would be expected to have the genotype aa, assuming complete dominance?
In the context of Mendelian genetics, if a plant with the genotype Aa is allowed to self-fertilize, what proportion of the offspring would be expected to have the genotype aa, assuming complete dominance?
- 25% (correct)
- 75%
- 0%
- 50%
Which of the following processes involves the conversion of genetic information from DNA to RNA?
Which of the following processes involves the conversion of genetic information from DNA to RNA?
A scientist is studying the energy flow and nutrient cycling within a forest ecosystem. Which branch of biology is most relevant to this research?
A scientist is studying the energy flow and nutrient cycling within a forest ecosystem. Which branch of biology is most relevant to this research?
During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication primarily occur?
During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication primarily occur?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Golgi apparatus in a eukaryotic cell?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Golgi apparatus in a eukaryotic cell?
What is the fundamental difference between mitosis and meiosis?
What is the fundamental difference between mitosis and meiosis?
In cellular respiration, which molecule is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
In cellular respiration, which molecule is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a nucleotide?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a nucleotide?
A researcher is using PCR to amplify a specific segment of DNA. What is the primary reason for using this technique?
A researcher is using PCR to amplify a specific segment of DNA. What is the primary reason for using this technique?
Which of the following best describes the concept of incomplete dominance in genetics?
Which of the following best describes the concept of incomplete dominance in genetics?
In the context of cell theory, which statement is most accurate?
In the context of cell theory, which statement is most accurate?
Which type of biomolecule serves primarily as a quick and readily available energy source for cells?
Which type of biomolecule serves primarily as a quick and readily available energy source for cells?
What is the purpose of genetic engineering?
What is the purpose of genetic engineering?
What role do lysosomes play within a cell?
What role do lysosomes play within a cell?
Which of the following equations best represents the process of photosynthesis?
Which of the following equations best represents the process of photosynthesis?
In a codominant genetic system, what is the expected outcome for a heterozygote?
In a codominant genetic system, what is the expected outcome for a heterozygote?
Which cellular structure is characteristic of eukaryotic cells but absent in prokaryotic cells?
Which cellular structure is characteristic of eukaryotic cells but absent in prokaryotic cells?
What is the central dogma of molecular biology?
What is the central dogma of molecular biology?
Flashcards
What is biology?
What is biology?
The study of life and living organisms.
What is botany?
What is botany?
Study of plants.
What is zoology?
What is zoology?
Study of animals.
What is microbiology?
What is microbiology?
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What is genetics?
What is genetics?
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What is ecology?
What is ecology?
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First point of Cell Theory?
First point of Cell Theory?
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Second point of Cell Theory?
Second point of Cell Theory?
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Third point of Cell Theory?
Third point of Cell Theory?
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What is a prokaryotic cell?
What is a prokaryotic cell?
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What is a eukaryotic cell?
What is a eukaryotic cell?
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What does the nucleus do?
What does the nucleus do?
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What do mitochondria do?
What do mitochondria do?
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What do ribosomes do?
What do ribosomes do?
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What does the endoplasmic reticulum do?
What does the endoplasmic reticulum do?
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What does the Golgi apparatus do?
What does the Golgi apparatus do?
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What do lysosomes do?
What do lysosomes do?
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What do chloroplasts do?
What do chloroplasts do?
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What is photosynthesis?
What is photosynthesis?
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What is Mitosis?
What is Mitosis?
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Study Notes
- Biology is the study of life and living organisms.
Branches of Biology
- Botany: The study of plants.
- Zoology: The study of animals.
- Microbiology: The study of microorganisms.
- Genetics: The study of heredity and variation.
- Ecology: The study of interactions between organisms and their environments.
Cell Theory
- All living things are composed of cells.
- The cell is the basic unit of life.
- All cells arise from pre-existing cells.
Cell Types
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and other complex organelles; an example is bacteria.
- Eukaryotic cells possess a nucleus and other complex organelles; examples are plant and animal cells.
Organelles
- Nucleus: The control center of the cell.
- Mitochondria: The powerhouse of the cell and the site of ATP production.
- Ribosomes: Responsible for protein synthesis.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum: Involved in protein and lipid synthesis.
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies and packages proteins.
- Lysosomes: Responsible for digestion and waste removal within the cell.
- Chloroplasts: Conduct photosynthesis in plant cells.
Biomolecules
- Carbohydrates: Act as an energy source; for example, glucose.
- Lipids: Used for energy storage and insulation; examples are fats and oils.
- Proteins: Serve as structural components and enzymes.
- Nucleic Acids: Function as genetic material; examples are DNA and RNA.
Bioenergetics
- Photosynthesis: The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.
- Photosynthesis Equation: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂
- Cellular Respiration: The process of breaking down glucose to produce ATP (energy).
- Cellular Respiration Equation: C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + ATP
Cell Division
- Mitosis: Cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.
- Meiosis: Cell division that results in four genetically diverse gametes.
Mendelian Genetics
- Law of Segregation: Each organism carries two alleles for each trait, which separate during gamete formation.
- Law of Independent Assortment: Genes for different traits assort independently during gamete formation.
Non-Mendelian Genetics
- Incomplete Dominance: The heterozygous phenotype is intermediate between the two homozygous phenotypes.
- Codominance: Both alleles are expressed equally in the phenotype.
- Multiple Alleles: There are more than two allele options for a particular gene; an example is blood types.
- Sex-linked Traits: Traits associated with genes located on sex chromosomes.
Molecular Biology
- DNA Structure: DNA is a double helix composed of nucleotides.
- Replication: The process of copying DNA.
- Transcription: The process of converting DNA into RNA.
- Translation: The process of converting RNA into protein.
Biotechnology
- Genetic Engineering: Involves the manipulation of an organism’s genome.
- Cloning: The process of creating genetically identical organisms.
- PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction): A technique used to amplify DNA segments.
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