Biology
When you eat something and turn it into energy, what is that called?
Metabolism
What is Geology?
The scientific study of earths landmasses and mineral deposits.
What do you call a group of crows?
A Murder
What is the powerhouse of the cell?
The Mitochondria
What is Paleontology?
The scientific study of the life in the past
What is the term for a creature that can live on both land and water?
Amphibian
Is a building an example of Geology?
Nope. Geology is the study of earths landmasses and composition not earths architecture.
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3, each with their own unique function in the octopus
What are the phases of Mitosis?
Interphase, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase
The Cenozoic era is mostly characterized by?
Cold Climate, Mammals.
What is Adaptation?
A "good" trait that is passed onto the next generation of offspring.
Is a Volcano an example of Geology?
Yes. A volcano is a landmass.
What is the most deadly animal in the world?
A Mosquito
What is ONE key difference between Mitosis and Meiosis?
. Amount of phases
. Amount of resulting cells
. Type of cell it occurs in
. Chromosome number
This dinosaur is characterized by small, boney bumps on their backs and a club on their tail, made up of two bones fused together.
Ankylosaurus
Why would a creature need to adapt?
So they are best suited for their environment
How many crust layers does earth have?
7
Why do pigs bathe in mud?
To avoid sunburn and to keep them cool.
List the cell cycle in order.
BONUS 100 POINTS: What phase does the cell spend most of it's time in?
G1, S, G2, Mitosis, Cytokinesis
Interphase
This dinosaur is characterized by a small, slender figure and a tendency to hunt in packs.
Raptor
Explain in detail what makes up an ecosystem.
Biotic and Abiotic organisms, an Environment, and a Climate.
List at least 5 different things you can look out for when identifying a mineral.
Color, Streak, Hardness, Breakage Pattern, Luster, Specific Gravity, Magnetism, Effervescence, and Taste
What color is a giraffe’s tongue?
Purple, Black, or Blue
List ALL the organelles in a cell.
Nucleus, Cell membrane, Ribosome, Mitochondria, Lysosome, Centrosome, Vacuole, Golgi apparatus, Cytoskeleton, Smooth ER, and Rough ER
This dinosaur is characterized by having the largest claws of any land animal.
Therizinosaurus