Life: Growth and Development in Multicellular Organisms
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Which of the following is NOT an important characteristic of living organisms?

  • Maintaining a stable internal environment
  • Responding to environmental changes
  • Obtaining and using materials and energy
  • Containing a blueprint of their characteristics (correct)

    • What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?

  • To serve as a blueprint for the organism's characteristics (correct)
  • To provide energy for the organism
  • To facilitate the organism's reproduction
  • To control the organism's response to environmental changes

    • What is the primary difference between unicellular and multicellular organisms?

  • Unicellular organisms cannot reproduce, while multicellular organisms can.
  • Unicellular organisms cannot maintain a stable internal environment, while multicellular organisms can.
  • Unicellular organisms have a single cell, while multicellular organisms have multiple cells. (correct)
  • Unicellular organisms cannot obtain and use materials and energy, while multicellular organisms can.

    • Which of the following is not a type of reproduction in living organisms?

    <p>Cellular reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of living organisms that allows them to change over time?

    <p>Maintaining a stable internal environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate definition of homeostasis in living organisms?

    <p>The process of maintaining a stable internal environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the genetic code in multicellular organisms?

    <p>To direct the development and specialization of different cell types</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key characteristic of the universal genetic code?

    <p>It is used by all known living organisms to store genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do organisms typically obtain the energy needed for their cellular processes?

    <p>By breaking down complex organic molecules through cellular respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of internal stimuli in living organisms?

    <p>To trigger changes within the organism, such as homeostatic responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between a tadpole and a frog?

    <p>Tadpoles and frogs have different cell types and specializations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of RNA in the genetic code of living organisms?

    <p>To transcribe the genetic information into proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of living things according to the text?

    <p>Ability to convert energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central dogma of molecular biology according to the course content?

    <p>DNA transcribes to RNA, which then translates to protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a main topic covered in the Biology I course?

    <p>Photosynthesis and respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the course content, what is the purpose of this Biology I course?

    <p>To provide an introduction to biology for non-majors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following topics is not covered in the Biology I course content?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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