ATI TEAS: Practice Test Part 1
This flashcard set covers essential biomolecules—nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates—as well as fundamental energy types like potential and mechanical energy. It helps reinforce the relationship between structure and function in biology and biochemistry.
Nucleic acid
Allows organisms to transfer genetic information info Fomites one generation to the next
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Nucleic acid
Allows organisms to transfer genetic information info Fomites one generation to the next
(2) types of nucleic acids
1. DNA
2. RNA
Protein
Enzyme catalyst
Used to transport molecules
Store molecules
Lipids
Storage
Structural components of cell membranes
Carbohydrates
Supply energy for body processes
Fat oxidation
Which of the following is the form of energy contained in. Turing molecules and in ATP’s high-energy bonds?
Potential energy
Mechanical energy
Sum of potential energy & kinetic energy
Energy associated w/movement & positio...
Potential energy
“Stored energy “
Energy waiting to be used
NOT moving, with ability to do work when released
Kinetic energy
Energy in “MOTION”
Radiation energy
Energy of electromagnetic waves
Which of the following best explains the maintenance of a nearly constant avg temp. Of the structure of the earth?
The amounts of solar energy absorbs radiant energy , emitted by the earth existic in equilibrium
Drugs that STOPS the function of enzyme DNA polymerase would
Block replication of DNA carrying genetic code in the nucleus
Which of the following describes the function of ribosomes in living cells ?
Use of genetic information to build specific protein in molecules
Ribosomes
Site of translation of the genetic code of DNA and RNA into the amino acid code of protein
Which of the following organ systems is responsible for transporting nutrients, waste, and other substance tnroughout the human body ?
Circulatory system
Respiratory system
Tubes used to carry air to lungs
Gas exchange takes place
Immune system
Protect against disease by identifying pathogens
* protects body against infectious age...
Nervous system
Controls all systems
Circulatory
Transports materials , nutrients to cells
*waste from cells
Primary function of the cells lining trachea and bronchi is to ?
Secrete mucous
Propel trapped debris toward the pharynx
Function of cell membrane
Surround cytoplasm
* separate intracellular components from extra cellular environment<...
Histamine
Major factor in inflammatory response system
Neurotransmitter
MAny allergic reactions are due to abrupt histamine<...
Digestive system
Facilitates absorption of substances into the bloodstream
Hydrogen bonding
Attractive force between (1) electronegative atom & hydrogen covalent bond to another electronegative body.
Capillary action
Movement of liquids in thin tubes
| Flow of liquids through porous media, such as flow ...
Which of the following structures w/ in a human cell is responsible for recycling the materials no longer functional or needed within cell ?
Lysosomes
Ribosomes
Synthesis of protein, according to sequence of amino acids
| Specified in messenger RNA...
Lysosomes
Specialized membranes bound vessels contain enzymes for molecular digestion
rec...
Mitochondria
"Powerhouse of cell"
| * # of enzymes & proteins that help process carbs &rafts...
Nucleus
Component of Eukaryotic cells
contains genetic material
Lysosomes
Specialize vacuoles containing a digestive enzyme
Hemophilia
Cluster of hereditary genetic disorders where he body's ability to control or stop bleeding with help of blood clotting ...
Anemia
RBC count in blood or the amount of hemoglobin is below the normal rate level
r...
Hypertension
Increase in diastolic blood pressure
Leukemia
Form of blood cancer from abnormal growth of WBC in human body
The sugars for,ing the backbone of a nucleic acid molecule are linked by ?
Phosphide ester bonds
Ionic bonds
Transfer of electrons from one atom to another creating two charged
Cerebellum
Coordinates motor activities
| * maintains balance,equilibrium, posture
Brain stem
Controls flow of messages between brain & rest of the body
Controls breathing, swallowng, heart rate, blood press...
Thalamus
Transmit movement
| Sensory information
Hypothalamus
Control center for autonomic functions
Hormone productions
Body temp, thirst, hunger, sleep, sex drive, and releas...
Chemistry:
| CO
Polar covalent compound
| Compound made up of non-metals
Chemistry : what kind of bond?
| H2O
Covalent bond
Chemistry: what kind of bond?
| NaCI
Table salt ( ionic bond)
Chemistry: what kind of bond ?
| NH3
Simple stable compound
Ionic compound
Bond between (+) charged molecule (cation) with a (-) charged molecule
The best direct method of assessing global climate change is to measure changes over time is?
Surface temperatures of the earth
| Surface temperatures are directly affected by clima...
Plasmodesmata
Small channels that directly connect the cytoplasm of neighbor plant cells
*allows certain molecules to pass directly...
Plastids
Doubled membranes "sac-like" organelles
manufacture or storage of food
...
Centrioles
Produce spindle fibers that pull chromatids apart
Telomeres
Caps at the end of each strand of DNA that protect our chromosomes, like the plastic tips at the end of shoe laces
During the transcription of the Eukaryotic genetic code of DNA into RNA , certain regions are removed from the mature transcript. These regions are called ?
Introns
Introns
Non-coding segment of DNA that interrupts a gene coding sequence or non-translating sequence corresponds segment removed...
Exons
protein coding region into the DNA
nucleic acid sequence in the DNA
Operons
*functioning unit of genomic DNA containing cluster of genes under the control of a single promoter
Alleles
alternate form of a gene located @ specific position on a specific position on a specific chromosome
In a chemical reAction , a metal will become ?
A cation by losing electrons
Explain what happens in the circulatory system during hyperventilation
The carbon dioxide level decreases and the blood PH increases , causing constriction and hypoxia
Function of RNA in eukaryotic cells is to
Provide template for protein synthesis
DNA->RNA template for translation by ...
Which enzyme breaks down complex carbohydrates ?
Amylase
Amylase
Breaks down complex starch
| Carbs into maltose , a simple disaccharide
Pepsin
Enzyme
Degrades food proteins into peptides
Digestive system
Lactose
Sugar found in milk
| Lg sugar molecule made up of 02 sugar molecules
LipAse
Protein enzyme
Released by pancreas into small intestine
Helps absorbs fat
Alzheimer's disease
Type of dementia that causes problems with memory thinking and behavior
Chronic bronchitis
Inflammation of the lining of the airways of bronchial tubes
Emphysema
Chronic lung disease
Damage to air sacs (aveoli) in lungs
Body NOT get O2 it needs
Conditions that help a species escape extinction in the face of changing of environmental conditions, such as habital destruction?
Generalized distribution
Exterminate specialization
Adaption as of an organ or species, to specific function or environment
Small populations
increased risk of extinction
| * due to loss of genetic variability i...
Related Flashcard Decks
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Nucleic acid | Allows organisms to transfer genetic information info Fomites one generation to the next |
(2) types of nucleic acids |
2. RNA |
Protein | Enzyme catalyst |
Lipids | Storage Structural components of cell membranes |
Carbohydrates | Supply energy for body processes Fat oxidation |
Which of the following is the form of energy contained in. Turing molecules and in ATP’s high-energy bonds? | Potential energy |
Mechanical energy | Sum of potential energy & kinetic energy Energy associated w/movement & position of object |
Potential energy | “Stored energy “ |
Kinetic energy | Energy in “MOTION” |
Radiation energy | Energy of electromagnetic waves |
Which of the following best explains the maintenance of a nearly constant avg temp. Of the structure of the earth? | The amounts of solar energy absorbs radiant energy , emitted by the earth existic in equilibrium |
Drugs that STOPS the function of enzyme DNA polymerase would | Block replication of DNA carrying genetic code in the nucleus |
Which of the following describes the function of ribosomes in living cells ? | Use of genetic information to build specific protein in molecules |
Ribosomes | Site of translation of the genetic code of DNA and RNA into the amino acid code of protein
|
Which of the following organ systems is responsible for transporting nutrients, waste, and other substance tnroughout the human body ? | Circulatory system |
Respiratory system | Tubes used to carry air to lungs Gas exchange takes place |
Immune system | Protect against disease by identifying pathogens * protects body against infectious agents using WBC & antibodies |
Nervous system | Controls all systems |
Circulatory | Transports materials , nutrients to cells *waste from cells |
Primary function of the cells lining trachea and bronchi is to ? | Secrete mucous Propel trapped debris toward the pharynx |
Function of cell membrane | Surround cytoplasm * separate intracellular components from extra cellular environment |
Histamine | Major factor in inflammatory response system |
Digestive system | Facilitates absorption of substances into the bloodstream |
Hydrogen bonding | Attractive force between (1) electronegative atom & hydrogen covalent bond to another electronegative body. |
Capillary action | Movement of liquids in thin tubes | Flow of liquids through porous media, such as flow of H20 through soil |
Which of the following structures w/ in a human cell is responsible for recycling the materials no longer functional or needed within cell ? | Lysosomes |
Ribosomes | Synthesis of protein, according to sequence of amino acids | Specified in messenger RNA |
Lysosomes | Specialized membranes bound vessels contain enzymes for molecular digestion
|
Mitochondria | "Powerhouse of cell" | * # of enzymes & proteins that help process carbs &rafts obtained from food we eat / release energy |
Nucleus | Component of Eukaryotic cells
|
Lysosomes | Specialize vacuoles containing a digestive enzyme |
Hemophilia | Cluster of hereditary genetic disorders where he body's ability to control or stop bleeding with help of blood clotting or coagulation |
Anemia | RBC count in blood or the amount of hemoglobin is below the normal rate level
|
Hypertension | Increase in diastolic blood pressure |
Leukemia | Form of blood cancer from abnormal growth of WBC in human body |
The sugars for,ing the backbone of a nucleic acid molecule are linked by ? | Phosphide ester bonds |
Ionic bonds | Transfer of electrons from one atom to another creating two charged |
Cerebellum | Coordinates motor activities | * maintains balance,equilibrium, posture |
Brain stem | Controls flow of messages between brain & rest of the body |
Thalamus | Transmit movement | Sensory information |
Hypothalamus | Control center for autonomic functions |
Chemistry: | CO | Polar covalent compound | Compound made up of non-metals |
Chemistry : what kind of bond? | H2O | Covalent bond |
Chemistry: what kind of bond? | NaCI | Table salt ( ionic bond) |
Chemistry: what kind of bond ? | NH3 | Simple stable compound |
Ionic compound | Bond between (+) charged molecule (cation) with a (-) charged molecule |
The best direct method of assessing global climate change is to measure changes over time is? | Surface temperatures of the earth | Surface temperatures are directly affected by climate change and are best method for assessing those changes |
Plasmodesmata | Small channels that directly connect the cytoplasm of neighbor plant cells |
Plastids | Doubled membranes "sac-like" organelles
|
Centrioles | Produce spindle fibers that pull chromatids apart |
Telomeres | Caps at the end of each strand of DNA that protect our chromosomes, like the plastic tips at the end of shoe laces |
During the transcription of the Eukaryotic genetic code of DNA into RNA , certain regions are removed from the mature transcript. These regions are called ? | Introns |
Introns | Non-coding segment of DNA that interrupts a gene coding sequence or non-translating sequence corresponds segment removed from RNA copy before transcripts |
Exons |
|
Operons | *functioning unit of genomic DNA containing cluster of genes under the control of a single promoter |
Alleles |
|
In a chemical reAction , a metal will become ? | A cation by losing electrons |
Explain what happens in the circulatory system during hyperventilation | The carbon dioxide level decreases and the blood PH increases , causing constriction and hypoxia |
Function of RNA in eukaryotic cells is to | Provide template for protein synthesis
|
Which enzyme breaks down complex carbohydrates ? | Amylase |
Amylase | Breaks down complex starch | Carbs into maltose , a simple disaccharide |
Pepsin | Enzyme |
Lactose | Sugar found in milk | Lg sugar molecule made up of 02 sugar molecules |
LipAse | Protein enzyme |
Alzheimer's disease | Type of dementia that causes problems with memory thinking and behavior |
Chronic bronchitis | Inflammation of the lining of the airways of bronchial tubes |
Emphysema | Chronic lung disease |
Conditions that help a species escape extinction in the face of changing of environmental conditions, such as habital destruction? | Generalized distribution |
Exterminate specialization | Adaption as of an organ or species, to specific function or environment |
Small populations |
| * due to loss of genetic variability inbreeding and genetic drift |