Biochemistry
What are the four main macromolecules in living organisms?
Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids
What is the two-word naming system used in classification?
Binomial nomenclature
What is the basic unit of life?
The cell
What organelle does photosynthesis occur in?
Chloroplasts
What year did the school open
2015
What is the function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
They speed up reactions by lowering activation energy
What are the three domains of life?
Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya
What organelle is known as the "powerhouse of the cell"?
Mitochondria
What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?
To produce ATP – energy for the cell
How many siblings do I have
3
What property of water allows it to dissolve many substances?
Polarity – water is the universal solvent
What kingdom do organisms like mushrooms and mold belong to?
Fungi
What is the function of ribosomes?
They synthesizr proteins
What are the reactants of photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight
How many students are there? Over/under 1,800
OVER
What type of macromolecule makes up cell membranes?
Lipids – specifically phospholipids
What are the main characteristics of organisms in the Kingdom Plantae?
Multicellular, autotrophic, have cell walls made of cellulose, perform photosynthesis
What is the difference between plant and animal cells? (Name at least two differences)
Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts, and a large central vacuole; animal cells do not.
What are the three stages of aerobic cellular respiration?
Glycolysis, Krebs, ETC
How many state titles do we have?
16
What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?
It stores and provides energy for cellular functions
What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both
What part of the cell is responsible for regulating what enters and exits?
The cell membrane
What is the full equation for photosynthesis?
6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂
What is my dogs name
Milo