Q: Compare hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic solutions. When an environment is hypotonic, what happens to the cell?
A: The cell has more solute, so solvent moves from outside the cell to inside, causing the cell to swell.
Q: Which process is shown in the image?
A: Endocytosis.
Q: For which kind of external environment is a saltwater fish adapted?
A: Hypertonic.
Q: The genetic material of the eukaryotic cell is stored inside which organelle?
A: Nucleus.
Q: Which of the following best describes the function of the ribosomes in eukaryotic cells?
A: Decodes the sequence of based on the mRNA and then creates specific proteins.
Q: What is the unique function of central vacuoles in a plant cell?
A: They store water.
Q: Which type of cells have a high concentration of mitochondria?
A: Heart cells.
Q: Plants prefer hypotonic environments because
A: The excess water that enters the cell allows the central vacuole to maintain turgor pressure.
Q: The nervous system is responsible for
A: Receiving and processing stimuli from the body.
Q: What is the function of the esophagus?
A: Connect the mouth with the stomach.
Q: Summarize the functions of the nervous system
A: The nervous system controls the digestive system by sending signals to the stomach, telling it to contract and digest food.
Q: Which animal is often used to model human body systems?
A: Pig.
Q: Compare types of models. Which model best illustrates the formation of blood cells?
A: Computer-generated model.
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