Life Science Learning Quizzes: Explore the Diversity of Life on Earth

Question 1

Climate change is reshaping our planet. What specific challenges do these changes pose to Earth's ecosystems? Discuss the potential consequences and implications.

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Altered species distributions, disrupted food chains, and increased extreme weather events

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Enhanced biodiversity, reduced competition among species, and improved soil fertility

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Increased photosynthesis rates, reduced water scarcity, and enhanced carbon sequestration

Question 2

Ecological succession involves three main stages. Describe these stages and explain how each contributes to the development and stability of ecosystems over time.

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Pioneer species establish first, followed by more diverse plant species, leading to increased ecosystem complexity and biodiversity, eventually forming a climax community.

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The climax community is established first, followed by pioneer species, leading to decreased ecosystem complexity and biodiversity.

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Ecological succession occurs in a predictable manner, with no variations or exceptions.

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Ecological succession is only observed in aquatic ecosystems, not in terrestrial ecosystems.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the function of the cell nucleus?

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Control center of the cell

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Energy producer of the cell

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Transport hub of the cell

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Waste disposal site of the cell

Question 4

How do biogeochemical cycles contribute to the sustainability of life on Earth?

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They recycle vital elements like carbon, nitrogen, and water through Earth's systems, ensuring their availability for life.

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They only involve exchanges between living organisms, like oxygen and carbon dioxide through photosynthesis and respiration.

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They are not essential for life, as elements can be created and destroyed naturally.

Question 5

Which of the following is known as the fundamental unit of life?

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Cell

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Atom

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Molecule

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Tissue

Question 6

DNA is a molecule that holds the genetic instructions for an organism.

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True

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False

Question 7

Which of the following processes is NOT involved in evolution?

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Hybridization

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Natural selection

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Mutation

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Migration

Question 8

A population of organisms refers to a group of individuals of the same species that inhabit a shared environment.

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True

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False

Question 9

The process by which plants convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen is referred to as:

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Glycolysis

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Krebs cycle

Question 10

The concept of evolution by natural selection is attributed to:

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Charles Darwin

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Gregor Mendel

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James Watson

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Francis Crick

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living organisms?

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Inertness

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Growth and development

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Reproduction

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Metabolism

Question 12

Which of the following represents the smallest unit of life that is capable of existing independently?

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Cell

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Atom

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Molecule

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Tissue

Question 13

Identify the process through which plants utilize sunlight to generate energy:

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Photosynthesis

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Cellular respiration

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Fermentation

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Glycolysis

Question 14

Which theory explains the diversity of species that exist on Earth?

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Theory of evolution

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Theory of relativity

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Theory of gravity

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Theory of quantum mechanics

Question 15

What is the primary role of ecology in the study of life science?

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To analyze interactions between organisms and their surroundings

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To investigate the structure and function of cells

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To examine the genetic basis of inheritance

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To study the evolution of species

Question 16

Which of the following is considered a renewable resource?

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Solar energy

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Fossil fuels

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Nuclear energy

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Coal

Question 17

Which of the following is the fundamental unit of life?

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Cell

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Atom

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Molecule

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Organism

Question 18

DNA is primarily responsible for:

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Protein synthesis

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Cell division

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a living component in an ecosystem?

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Plants

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Sunlight

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Temperature

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Soil pH

Question 20

The process by which plants utilize sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose is known as:

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Fermentation

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Decomposition

Question 21

Who is credited with proposing the theory of evolution by natural selection?

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Charles Darwin

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Gregor Mendel

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Louis Pasteur

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Albert Einstein

Question 22

Diffusion is an example of:

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Passive transport

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Active transport

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Endocytosis

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Exocytosis

Question 23

The process by which organisms gradually adapt to their environment over time is referred to as:

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Evolution

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Natural selection

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Genetic drift

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Mutation

Question 24

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

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Trees

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Fossil fuels

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Minerals

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Coal

Question 25

The basic unit of life is the:

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Cell

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Atom

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Molecule

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Organ

Question 26

Which of the following is responsible for protein synthesis within cells?

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Ribosome

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Nucleus

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Mitochondria

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Chloroplast

Question 27

The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy is called:

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Photosynthesis

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Cellular Respiration

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Fermentation

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Glycolysis

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of evolution?

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Lamarckism

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Natural selection

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Genetic drift

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Mutation

Question 29

The study of the interactions between organisms and their environment is known as:

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Ecology

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Zoology

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Botany

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Geology

Question 30

Which of the following is considered a keystone species?

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Wolf

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Dandelion

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Bacteria

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Earthworm

Question 31

The process by which organisms adapt to their environment over time is known as:

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Evolution

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Natural selection

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Adaptation

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Speciation

Question 32

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

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Oil

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Water

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Sunlight

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Wind

Question 33

How do genetic isolation and allopatric speciation contribute to the formation of new species?

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They are key drivers in the emergence of new species.

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Genetic isolation plays a minor role in preventing interbreeding.

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Allopatric speciation occurs when populations are not geographically isolated.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of genetic testing and counseling?

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Increased risk of genetic discrimination

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Early detection of diseases

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Personalized treatment plans

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Improved health and well-being

Question 35

What is a defining feature of a desert ecosystem?

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Extreme temperature variations

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Frequent rainfall

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Lush plant growth

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Teeming animal populations

Question 36

How do human activities, such as habitat destruction, overexploitation, pollution, and climate change, affect biodiversity and the survival of species?

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Human activities have caused significant biodiversity loss, leading to species extinction and disrupting ecosystem balance.

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Human activities have no significant impact on biodiversity.

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Habitat loss and overexploitation are the primary threats to biodiversity, while pollution and climate change have minimal effects.

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Climate change poses the greatest threat to biodiversity, surpassing the combined impacts of habitat destruction, overexploitation, and pollution.

Question 37

How do environmental factors like climate change, pollution, and habitat loss affect the structure, composition, and functioning of ecosystems?

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They can change the types and numbers of species in an ecosystem, reducing biodiversity.

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They have no significant impact on how ecosystems work.

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They only affect the physical structure of ecosystems, not the living things in them.

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They mainly affect individual organisms, not whole ecosystems.

Question 38

How can synthetic biology contribute to environmental sustainability and provide innovative solutions to global challenges?

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By engineering microorganisms to create biofuels, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels.

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By creating new life forms immune to all diseases.

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By having no ethical implications and being pursued without regulations.

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By having no relevance to environmental sustainability.

Question 39

What is the fundamental building block of life?

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Cell

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Atom

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Tissue

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Organ

Question 40

Which structure in a cell is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Nucleus

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Vacuole

Question 41

What is the primary role of DNA in heredity?

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Carries genetic information

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Regulates cellular activities

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Provides energy to the cell

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Protects the cell from damage

Question 42

Which process leads to the diversity of traits within a population?

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Mutation

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Metabolism

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

Question 43

What term describes the gradual change in the genetic makeup of a population over time?

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Evolution

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Adaptation

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Natural selection

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Extinction

Question 44

Which of the following is an example of an ecosystem?

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A pond with its living organisms

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A single tree in a forest

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A group of birds in flight

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A pile of rocks

Question 45

Who is the primary producer in a food chain?

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Plants

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Animals

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Fungi

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Bacteria

Question 46

Which of the following is the fundamental unit of life, the building block of all living things?

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Cell

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Atom

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Tissue

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Organ

Question 47

What abbreviation stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms?

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DNA

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RNA

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ATP

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RNA

Question 48

Which type of cell division produces two identical daughter cells with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell?

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Mitosis

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Meiosis

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Binary Fission

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Budding

Question 49

Which characteristic is NOT a defining feature of living organisms?

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Inertness

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Reproduction

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Growth

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Responsiveness to stimuli

Question 50

Which of the following is an example of an adaptation, a trait that helps an organism survive in its environment?

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Camouflage

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Gravity

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

Question 51

What is the name of the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to create their own food?

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Photosynthesis

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Cellular Respiration

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Fermentation

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Glycolysis

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a level of ecological organization, a hierarchy of biological systems?

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Organism

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Population

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Ecosystem

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Biosphere

Question 53

Which term describes the study of the interactions between living organisms and their surroundings, including the physical environment?

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Ecology

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Evolution

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Genetics

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Physiology

Question 54

How does genetic drift affect genetic diversity in small, isolated populations?

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Genetic drift can cause the loss of genetic diversity in small populations due to random allele loss.

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Genetic drift can lead to the fixation of certain alleles, even if those alleles are not beneficial.

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Genetic drift has a greater impact on genetic diversity in large populations compared to small populations.

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Genetic drift has little to no effect on the genetic diversity of isolated populations with limited gene flow.

Question 55

Question:

Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, exists at different levels. Explain the three main levels of biodiversity and their significance in maintaining healthy and stable ecosystems.

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Genetic diversity, Species diversity, Ecosystem diversity

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Genetic diversity, Community diversity, Ecosystem diversity

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Species diversity, Ecosystem diversity, Biome diversity

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Population diversity, Species diversity, Landscape diversity

Question 56

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental characteristic of all living organisms?

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Capacity for independent thought

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Ability to adapt to their environment

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Possession of cells

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Capability to reproduce

Question 57

The genetic information and instructions for the development and functioning of an organism are encoded in:

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DNA

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Protein

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Carbohydrate

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RNA

Question 58

The gradual change in the characteristics of a population over generations due to environmental pressures is known as:

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Evolution

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Adaptation

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Natural selection

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Mutation

Question 59

Which of the following best describes an ecosystem?

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A community of interacting organisms and their physical environment

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A specific geographical area with distinct plant and animal species

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A group of organisms of the same species living in a particular area

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A collection of non-living factors that influence living organisms

Question 60

The process by which plants utilize sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into energy-rich molecules is called:

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Chemosynthesis

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Decomposition

Question 61

Which of the following is a safety precaution that should NOT be followed in a science laboratory?

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Eating food or drinking beverages

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Wearing safety goggles

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Using sharp objects carefully

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Following the teacher's instructions

Question 62

Which of the following is considered the fundamental unit of life?

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Cell

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Tissue

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Organ

Question 63

The process by which cells divide and produce identical daughter cells is known as:

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Mitosis

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Budding

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Meiosis

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Binary fission

Question 64

The theory that explains the gradual change in species over generations through natural selection is known as:

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Theory of evolution by natural selection

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Theory of quantum mechanics

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Theory of relativity

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Theory of gravity