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#1. Which part of the respiratory system is also known as the windpipe?
#2. Which part of the brain is involved in regulating the sleep-wake cycle?
#3. Which of the following is a common symptom of the flu?
#4. Which part of the plant is responsible for gas exchange?
#5. Which of the following processes involves the engulfing of large particles by the cell?
#6. How many pairs of chromosomes are in human cells?
#8. Which of the following organisms is most likely to be found in a marine habitat?
#9. In humans, the sex chromosomes are:
#10. What is the fluid-filled space within a mitochondrion called?
#11. An organism’s complete set of DNA is called its:
#12. Which of the following is an example of a vestigial structure in humans?
#13. What is the name of the protein shell surrounding a virus?
#14. Which part of the ear is responsible for balance?
#15. Which of the following diseases is caused by bacteria?
#16. Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occur in the lungs?
#17. Traits that do not blend but show both alleles equally, like blood type AB, demonstrate:
#18. Which mineral is necessary for proper nerve function?
#19. What is the name of the flap that prevents food from entering the trachea?
#20. How is the common cold most often spread?
#21. What is the best way to avoid catching a cold?
#22. Which of the following organs filters waste from the blood to produce urine?
#23. Which of the following pairs is homozygous?
#24. What does biodiversity refer to?
#25. Which type of respiration involves the direct diffusion of gases through the body surface?
#26. Omega-3 fatty acids are mainly found in:
#27. The theory of evolution was proposed by:
#28. What is the term for the tiny hair-like structures that line the respiratory tract and help move mucus out of the lungs?
#29. Which of the following carries oxygenated blood?
#30. What is the main function of the respiratory system?
#31. Which system includes the brain and spinal cord?
#32. Which blood type is known as the universal donor?
#33. Planting of 4 different crops on same piece of land at the same time is called
#34. Which of the following is a type of passive transport?
#35. Which term refers to an organism’s role in its ecosystem?
#36. Which habitat is characterized by low rainfall and extreme temperatures?
#37. Which type of reproduction involves a single parent and produces genetically identical offspring?
#38. A disease that can be spread from person to person is called:
#39. Which of the following is a good source of Vitamin C?
#40. Which structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for producing eggs?
#41. A virus that infects bacteria is called a:
#42. What is the main function of the large intestine?
#43. Which class do birds belong to?
#44. What is natural selection?
#45. Which hormone is primarily responsible for growth in humans?
#46. Which of these is a water-soluble vitamin?
#47. Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements?
#48. In which part of the body would you commonly find Lactobacillus bacteria?
#49. Which of the following is an example of external fertilization?
#50. What is the primary function of reproduction in living organisms?
#51. What is an epidemic?
#52. High levels of which type of fat can increase the risk of heart disease?
#53. What is the highest level of classification in the biological hierarchy?
#54. Which of these is a function of the nucleus?
#55. What shape is a bacterium classified as if it is round?
#56. What is the function of centrioles during cell division?
#57. What is the main muscle involved in the process of breathing?
#58. What is the main feature of a deciduous forest habitat?
#59. What is the function of the medulla oblongata?
#60. A deficiency of iodine in the diet can lead to:
#61. Iron is a mineral that helps in the formation of:
#62. Which of the following does not have cellular structure?
#63. Which of the following is an example of an inherited trait?
#64. Which of the following is an example of a freshwater habitat?
#65. Which of the following structures contains genes?
#66. The process by which cells divide to produce two identical cells is called:
#67. What is the function of the parietal lobe?
#68. What is the function of white blood cells?
#69. Which reproductive strategy is commonly seen in organisms like bacteria and protists?
#70. Which type of tissue is responsible for growth in plants?
#71. How can hepatitis B be prevented?
#72. How do insects respire?
#73. Which of the following is an abiotic factor in a habitat?
#74. Which type of cell division is involved in the production of gametes?
#75. The large central vacuole in plant cells mainly stores:
#76. Which structure connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain?
#77. Which organ is primarily responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?
#78. Which scientist is known for discovering penicillin?
#79. Which of the following is an example of a whole grain?
#80. Which vitamin is important for healthy vision?
#81. What is the largest part of the human brain?
#82. Which of these diseases is caused by bacteria?
#83. Where in the human body would you find villi?
#84. Which kingdom includes multicellular, photosynthetic organisms?
#85. Bacteria that thrive in acidic environments are known as:
#86. Which type of joint is found in the shoulder?
#87. The father of genetics is known as:
#89. Which disease is caused by a virus?
#90. Which molecule carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome?
#91. Which domain do humans belong to?
#92. Which hormone is primarily responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?
#93. Which organ system works closely with the respiratory system to transport oxygen to the body’s cells?
#94. Lack of calcium in the diet can lead to:
#95. The process by which bacteria reproduce asexually is called:
#96. What is the defining characteristic of the Mammalia class?
#97. Which disease is spread by mosquitoes?
#98. What is the physical expression of a gene called?
#99. What is the term for the two-part scientific naming system used to classify organisms?
#100. What is the purpose of taxonomy in biology?
#101. Which part of the brain is involved in speech production?
#102. What is a pathogen?
#103. What is the function of the nucleolus?
#104. In a food chain, energy flows:
#105. Osteology is the study of
#106. What is the role of auxins in plant growth?
#107. Which part of the eye controls the amount of light that enters?
#108. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with mood regulation and well-being?
#109. The diaphragm is involved in:
#111. The basic structural and functional unit of the kidney is the:
#112. Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
#113. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Animalia kingdom?
#114. Which stage of prenatal development is characterized by the formation of major organs?
#115. What is selective breeding?
#116. Which of these is not a function of water in the body?
#117. A nutrient-rich material used to grow microorganisms in the lab is called:
#118. Which system is responsible for producing hormones?
#119. How do amphibians like frogs breathe underwater?
#120. What is the function of centrioles during cell division?
#121. In which type of cells are chloroplasts found?
#122. What type of habitat is a tropical rainforest?
#123. Which respiratory structure is found in both humans and birds?
#124. The method of sterilizing medical tools to kill bacteria is called:
#125. Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
#126. Iron is an important mineral because it:
#127. Which part of the body does tuberculosis primarily affect?
#128. Which of the following is a characteristic of a terrestrial habitat?
#129. Which type of reproduction results in genetic variation among offspring?
#130. Which lobe of the brain is involved in hearing and language comprehension?
#131. Which habitat is known for having permafrost?
#132. Which of these organisms is both a producer and a consumer?
#133. What is the main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?
#134. The clear area around an antibiotic disc in an agar plate is called:
#135. What is the main function of dietary fiber?
#136. What is a niche in an ecosystem?
#137. Which nutrient is primarily responsible for building and repairing tissues?
#138. Which of the following is a form of asexual reproduction in plants?
#139. What is growth in biological terms?
#140. What is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for adolescents?
#141. Which part of the brain controls basic life functions such as breathing, motor control, and heart rate?
#142. What is the function of the lysosome?
#143. Which bone is found in the upper arm?
#144. What is the main purpose of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
#145. What is the process by which a fertilized egg develops into a new individual?
#146. Which lobe of the brain is responsible for processing visual information?
#147. What type of microorganism causes athlete’s foot?
#148. What is the role of the frontal lobe?
#149. What is the function of the tracheal tubes in insects?
#150. Which structure connects muscle to bone?
#151. What is the main function of the placenta during pregnancy?
#152. Which of the following is a symptom of cholera?
#153. What does “survival of the fittest” mean in evolution?
#154. The brain is protected by which part of the skeleton?
#155. The movement of water through a semipermeable membrane from high to low concentration is called:
#156. What is the function of chlorophyll in chloroplasts?
#157. The vitamin essential for blood clotting is:
#158. What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
#159. Which type of carbohydrate is found in fruits and is quickly absorbed?
#160. Which of the following is NOT a domain in the classification system?
#161. Which part of the male reproductive system is responsible for producing sperm?
#162. Which organ stores bile?
#163. What is the term for programmed cell death that plays a key role in development?
#164. Which of these is used to stain bacterial cells?
#165. Which structure in flowering plants produces pollen?
#166. What is the primary criterion for classification in the Linnaean system?
#167. What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?
#168. Which of the following kingdoms includes organisms that can be both autotrophic and heterotrophic?
#169. What is the term for the release of an egg from the ovary?
#170. What is the defining characteristic of the Chordata phylum?
#171. The jelly-like substance that fills the cell and provides a medium for organelles is called:
#172. Which habitat is known for having four distinct seasons?
#173. Which of the following is a function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
#175. Which of the following is a beneficial role of bacteria?
#176. Which of the following adaptations would you expect to find in a desert plant?
#177. Which phylum do insects belong to?
#178. Which of the following is a common respiratory disease in humans?
#179. Which of the following helps a species to evolve?
#180. The similarity in bone structure of a human arm and a bird’s wing is an example of:
#181. Which of the following is a characteristic of sexual reproduction?
#182. Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin?
#183. What is the term for the process by which cells become specialized in structure and function?
#184. Which microorganism is used in the production of yogurt?
#185. Which of these organisms can be an example of an adaptation?
#186. Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by the replication of DNA?
#187. The liquid portion of a culture medium is called:
#188. Which group of animals use a spiracle and book lungs for respiration?
#189. What is the primary function of mitosis in growth?
#190. What type of pathogen causes malaria?
#191. What is the primary role of the basal ganglia?
#192. Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism?
#193. The smallest bone in the human body is found in the:
#194. Which of the following is a type of virus?
#195. Which respiratory adaptation helps birds fly at high altitudes?
#196. What is the function of the hippocampus?
#197. A common bacterial infection that affects the lungs is:
#198. What is the main characteristic of a wetland habitat?
#199. What is the primary function of the amygdala?
#200. What is the role of antibiotics?
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