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Taxonomy & Fungi by
Mal
Bacteria & Immune system by
Sydney
Viruses & Protists by
Juliana
Prokaryotes & Eukaryotes
BONUS
Biotechnology
BONUS
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What is taxonomy used for and how many levels are their?
1. Used to help biologists identify organisms and groups of living 2. 7
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How does bacteria grow?
1. Environmental factors for growth 2. Metabolic energy
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What is lysogeny?
The dormant state of a virus
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What is a prokaryote?
a microscopic single-celled organism, prokaryotes include the bacteria and cyanobacteria
100
What is biotechnology?
The use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products we can use everyday
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What is the history of the evolution of organisms called?
Phylogeny
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What are the 2 main types of bacteria?
Eubacteria and Archaeabacteria
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What is a vaccine made out of?
Dead or weakened viral / bacterial cells
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What is a eukaryote?
an organism consisting of a cell or cells in which the genetic material is DNA, eukaryotes include all living organisms
200
How can human genetic disorders be corrected?
Genetic engineering. They can transfer new genes into a host cell
300
What is the importance of fungi?
1. Decomposes 2. Plant growth and development
300
Can bacteria be helpful?
Yes. - recycle dead materials into useful nutrients - clean hazardous waste - important for human health
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What is host range?
A limited number of host cells that a virus or other parasite can infect
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What do prokaryotes & eukaryotes have in common?
They both perform cellular respiration
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What is the partner of photosynthesis?
Green algae
400
What does your immune system do for you?
Your immune system is your body's defence against infection and illness. It destroys germs and anything unfamiliar in your body
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Is algae only green in color?
No. Algae can be red, green and brown. People assume that it only appears as green because of chlorophyll
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What is a symbiotic relationship?
A - a relationship between two organisms in which both benefit B - a relationship between two organisms in which both do not benefit or C - a relationship between two organisms in which only one can benefit
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What are some components of your immune system?
1. Bone marrow (white, red blood cells and platelets) 2. The spleen, which filters the blood 3. The lymph nodes and vessels (the lymphatic system). This network throughout the body carries nutrients between the body & bloodstream
500
Three ways algae are useful to humans
1. Fertilizer 2. Energy source 3. Pollution control