20 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of life according to the given text?
Cellular Differentiation
What is the process responsible for the formation of over 85 types of cells in the human body?
Cellular Differentiation
What is the 'Universal Genetic Code'?
DNA
What is the role of mitochondria according to the given text?
Metabolism (Obtain & Use Energy)
Which level of organization in multicellular organisms involves a collection of similar cells with a common embryonic origin?
Tissues
What is the main function of muscle tissue in animals?
To cause all types of body movement
Which process leads to greater genetic diversity and speciation on Earth?
Asexual reproduction
What is the universal genetic code that determines inherited traits of all organisms?
DNA
What type of biomolecule is DNA?
Nucleic Acid
What is the ability of a group of organisms to change over time called?
Evolution
What is the principal mechanism responsible for vascular pathology resulting in disease?
Narrowing of vessel lumens by atherosclerosis
What is the generic term reflecting arterial wall thickening and loss of elasticity?
Atherosclerosis
At what age range does the impact of atherosclerosis become significant?
40-60
Which factor is NOT considered a significant risk factor for atherosclerosis according to the text?
Smoking
At what stage in a woman's life does the incidence of atherosclerosis-related diseases exceed that of men?
After menopause
Which of the following dietary components is associated with higher plasma cholesterol levels?
Saturated fats
What is the effect of exercise on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels?
Raises HDL levels
Which condition can cause low blood pressure due to the digestive system's increased demand for blood to digest food?
After eating
What is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis, increasing the risk of ischemic heart disease by 60%?
Hypertension
What can lead to obesity apart from eating more calories than burning through daily activity and exercise?
Genetics, not sleeping enough
Test your knowledge on eukaryotic cells and their organelles, including the distinction between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the function of cellular organelles, the role of mitochondria in metabolism, functions of cell membranes, and different types of animal cells in various tissues.
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