Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic shared by all living things according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

They are capable of photosynthesis.

Question 2

A scientist discovers a new organism that contains nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids, but it does not grow or reproduce. According to the study materials, which characteristic of life is this organism missing?

Accepted Answer

Growth and reproduction

Question 3

Which of the following correctly orders the levels of biological organization from smallest to largest?

Accepted Answer

Atom → Molecule → Organelle → Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ System → Individual → Ecosystem

Question 4

Which domain do humans belong to, according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Eukarya

Question 5

A group of similar cells that perform the same function is called a:

Accepted Answer

Tissue

Question 6

Which of the following best describes an organ system?

Accepted Answer

At least two organs working together

Question 7

If a cell is the smallest unit of life, what is the smallest unit of matter that cannot be further broken down?

Accepted Answer

Atom

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of homeostasis in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Sweating to cool down when overheated

Question 9

Which subdivision of the animal kingdom do humans belong to?

Accepted Answer

Vertebrates

Question 10

A student is asked to identify the chemical components of cells. Which of the following would be the most accurate answer?

Accepted Answer

Molecule

Question 11

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of adaptive traits and evolution?

Accepted Answer

A population of bacteria developing resistance to antibiotics over several generations

Question 12

In a real-world scenario, which of the following would be considered an ecosystem?

Accepted Answer

A community of organisms and their environment

Question 13

Which of the following statements about organelles is correct?

Accepted Answer

Organelles are components within the cell that carry out specific functions.

Question 14

A patient is experiencing difficulty maintaining a stable internal temperature. Which characteristic of life is being affected?

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis

Question 15

Which of the following is a plausible misconception about the smallest unit of life?

Accepted Answer

The atom is the smallest unit of life.

Question 16

If an organ is defined as a structure with two or more tissues working together, which of the following would NOT be considered an organ?

Accepted Answer

A muscle fiber

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the relationship between molecules and organelles?

Accepted Answer

Organelles are composed of molecules.

Question 18

A biologist is studying a community and its environment. What level of biological organization is she investigating?

Accepted Answer

Ecosystem

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of an organ system in the human body?

Accepted Answer

The digestive system

Question 20

A researcher is analyzing the chemical formula for glucose, which is $\mathrm{C}_6\mathrm{H}_{12}\mathrm{O}_6$. Which level of biological organization does glucose belong to?

Accepted Answer

Molecule

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