A cell is the smallest unit of _________.
life
Which part of a plant is the main site of photosynthesis?
Leaves
Which animal body system breaks down food to use for energy, growth, and repair?
Digestive System
DNA is short for Deoxyribonucleic ______.
Acid
What is an advantage of asexual reproduction?
No need for a mate, rapid growth of population
Name one structure a plant cell has that an animal cell does not.
Chloroplast, Cell Wall, Large Central Vacuole
Which part of the plant absorbs water and anchors the plant to the ground?
Roots
Which organ do most animals have that processes information from sensory receptors? (humans included)
Brain
DNA is organized into structures called _____________.
Chromosomes
What is a disadvantage of sexual reproduction?
Requires a mate, takes more time, fewer offspring
A cell's genetic material can be found within which structure?
Nucleus
What is the ultimate energy source for photosynthesis?
The SUN!
What is a physical characteristic you may find in carnivore?
Sharp claws/teeth, venom, forward facing eyes, speed, etc.
Inheritance is the passing of genes from parents to ___________.
Offspring
All of the dog breeds alive today are descendants of __________.
wolves
___________ is the POWERHOUSE OF THE CELL!
Mitochondria
What human technology mimics a leaf collecting sunlight? (Biomimicry)
Solar Panels
Reptiles
Based on the image, are blue eyes recessive or dominant?
Recessive
Bees carry _________ to assist in the reproduction of many plant species.
pollen
Why did Robert Hooke call what he saw "cells" in 1665?
They looked like the little rooms that monks stayed in.
Plants take in ___________ gas and release __________ that we breathe.
Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen
Which animal body system provides internal and external MOVEMENT for an organism?
Muscular System
Scientists believe blue eyes originated from a genetic __________ in one individual 10,000 years ago.
mutation
Regarding reproduction, why are platypuses considered to be one of the most unique mammals on the planet?
They LAY EGGS!