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What process do some organisms use to convert solar energy into chemical energy?
What process do some organisms use to convert solar energy into chemical energy?
Which type of variation is defined as differences caused by genetic differences among organisms?
Which type of variation is defined as differences caused by genetic differences among organisms?
What is one function of the cell membrane?
What is one function of the cell membrane?
What defines phenotypic variation in organisms?
What defines phenotypic variation in organisms?
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What are the two main components of the lipid bilayer in the cell membrane?
What are the two main components of the lipid bilayer in the cell membrane?
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How do some organisms utilize chemical energy for their metabolic activities?
How do some organisms utilize chemical energy for their metabolic activities?
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What is the term used for observable traits or characteristics resulting from the interaction of genetics and environment?
What is the term used for observable traits or characteristics resulting from the interaction of genetics and environment?
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Which of the following best describes the term 'phospholipid'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'phospholipid'?
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What is the main function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
What is the main function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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Which component of the cell membrane allows for the passage of water?
Which component of the cell membrane allows for the passage of water?
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What is the primary role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in a cell?
What is the primary role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in a cell?
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Which part of the animal cell is responsible for organizing microtubules?
Which part of the animal cell is responsible for organizing microtubules?
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Which statement correctly describes the cytoplasm?
Which statement correctly describes the cytoplasm?
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What distinguishes rough endoplasmic reticulum from smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
What distinguishes rough endoplasmic reticulum from smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
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Which of the following best describes the function of polar or ionic portions of a molecule?
Which of the following best describes the function of polar or ionic portions of a molecule?
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Which characteristic is unique to centrosomes in animal cells?
Which characteristic is unique to centrosomes in animal cells?
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What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
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Which organelle is responsible for storing the genetic information of a cell?
Which organelle is responsible for storing the genetic information of a cell?
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What class of biomolecules is primarily involved in metabolism and can act as enzymes?
What class of biomolecules is primarily involved in metabolism and can act as enzymes?
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Which biomolecule class is recognized as the most abundant on Earth?
Which biomolecule class is recognized as the most abundant on Earth?
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Which structure is characterized by its sac-like appearance and is involved in secretion?
Which structure is characterized by its sac-like appearance and is involved in secretion?
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What role does the nucleus play in hereditary characteristics?
What role does the nucleus play in hereditary characteristics?
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Which biomolecules are considered macromolecules and formed by amino acids?
Which biomolecules are considered macromolecules and formed by amino acids?
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What is the main structural component of the cell membrane?
What is the main structural component of the cell membrane?
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