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What is the basic unit of life?
The cell.
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True.
Fill in the blank: The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy is called ______.
photosynthesis.
What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?
6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
What organelle is responsible for energy production in a cell?
Mitochondria.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a prokaryotic cell? A) Plant cell B) Animal cell C) Bacteria D) Fungi
C) Bacteria.
What is the function of the cell membrane?
To control the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
True or False: DNA is found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.
True.
What are the two main types of cell division?
Mitosis and meiosis.
Fill in the blank: The genetic material of an organism is known as ______.
DNA.
What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?
To synthesize proteins.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for photosynthesis? A) Roots B) Stem C) Leaves D) Flowers
C) Leaves.
What is the primary function of the xylem in plants?
To transport water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.
True or False: Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions.
True.
Fill in the blank: The process by which cells convert glucose into energy is called ______.
cellular respiration.
What is the main purpose of meiosis?
To produce gametes (sex cells) for sexual reproduction.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things? A) Growth B) Reproduction C) Movement D) Inability to adapt
D) Inability to adapt.
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
To absorb light energy.
True or False: All cells in an organism have the same DNA.
True.
Fill in the blank: The ______ is the powerhouse of the cell.
mitochondria.
What is the main function of the plasma membrane?
To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.
Multiple Choice: Which structure is found in plant cells but not in animal cells? A) Cell membrane B) Cell wall C) Nucleus D) Ribosome
B) Cell wall.
What is the process of converting nitrogen gas from the atmosphere into a usable form for plants called?
Nitrogen fixation.
True or False: Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
False.
