Biology Midterm Questions And Answers |74 Questions| With Correct Answers.

Heredity {Ans: the transmission of genetic characters from parent to offspring; it is dependent upon the segregation and recombination of genes during meiosis and fertilization and results in the genesis of a new individual similar to others of its kind but exhibiting certain variations resulting from the particular mix of genes and their interactions with the environment}List and define each of the steps of the scientific method {Ans: Ask a Question Research Hypothesis Test with an experiment Analyze your results Draw a conclusion report your results further research}List lab safety rules {Ans: Stay safe when conducting your labs by following these guidelines. Keep a clean work space. Handle glassware carefully. Clean up. Be careful when handling hot glassware. No food. ID hazards. Be attentive. Know location of emergency numbers and safety equipment. Dress appropriately. Proper supervision.}Chromosomes {Ans: threadlike structure of DNA and protein that contains genetic information; in eukaryotes, chromosomes are found in the nucleus; in prokaryotes, they are found in the cytoplasm}Active Transport {Ans: the movement of ions or molecules across a cellular membrane from a lower to a higher concentration. requiring the consumption of energy}What are plasma (cell) membranes? {Ans: surrounds the