Cell-f Esteem
What organelle would probably deserve therapy after this exam because it produces most ATP?
Mitochondria
What biological process best represents your teacher trying to keep everyone calm before exams?
Homeostasis
What is the only organ that can partially regenerate itself?
Liver
Your stomach protects itself from digesting its own tissue using what substance?
Mucus
What phrase does Mr. García say most often about exams?
Oh, this exam is a masterpiece!
Which biomolecule would best represent students during exam week because it stores long-term energy?
Lipids
Which hormone is most associated with stress and anxiety during presentations and tests?
Adrenaline/Epinephrine
How many chambers does the human heart have?
Four
What body system includes the brain and spinal cord?
Nervous system
What topic did Mr. García somehow connect to almost EVERYTHING this year?
H-O-M-E-O-S-T-A-S-I-S
A student says, “My brain stopped working during the test.” Which body system were they probably exaggerating about?
Nervous system
Explain ONE reason why sleep is biologically important during exam week.
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Some neurons can transmit signals at over 100 meters per second. Explain ONE adaptation that helps this happen.
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Explain why humans breathe faster during exercise.
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How does Mr. García enjoy his coffee?
Black, like his heart, when is grading criteria D questions!
Explain why neurons are kind of like students during finals week.
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A classroom loses homeostasis when students start screaming after Kahoot scores. Predict TWO physiological responses in the room
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Octopuses have blue blood. What molecule in their blood carries oxygen instead of hemoglobin?
Hemocyanin
Some people are born with a tiny extra rib called a cervical rib. Which body system does this involve?
Skeletal system
Which is Mr García's favorite drink?
Coca Cola helada en botella de vidrio
If this class were a multicellular organism, explain ONE way each student acted like a specialized cell
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Using biology, explain why a classroom can function better when people support each other.
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Tardigrades can survive extreme environments, including space. Name ONE biological feature that helps them survive.
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Scientists estimate the human body contains more bacterial cells than human cells. Explain ONE reason many of these bacteria are beneficial.
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What are Mr. García's most beloved collectibles?
PINS