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CSET Science: Biology

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Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Hormone released by the pituitary gland that stimulates cell division - causing growth






2. Specialized mechanoreceptors in the ear that sense vibration and allow you to hear sound






3. Organ that is fundamental for breathing






4. A group of mammals with pouches for infants who are not fully developed when they are born






5. Skin chemical that lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair to make them smooth and supple but can develop acne






6. Holes caused by plaque buildup that expose the sensitive portion of the tooth






7. Invertebrates that have a spiny skin - bone - like plates - water - filled network of veins - and bottom feet






8. Vibrations in the air around you






9. Photoreceptive nerve cells that are sensitive to light and can be triggered by a single photon






10. Hormones released from the adrenal glands during times of stress by telling the body to metabolize carbohydrates to produce extra energy






11. Protists that live on decaying plants and animals - like slime mold






12. Three layers of connective tissue that protect the spinal chord






13. Big blocks of food that stay in the teeth and release bacteria






14. A jelly - like substance found inside the bone - which produces the body's blood cells






15. Prokaryotic cells that are the oldest forms of life on Earth and survive in extreme conditions like hot springs - salt lakes - and underwater trenches






16. One of the small bones in the ear that creates vibrations in the inner ear from the hammer and anvil






17. The colored portion of the eye that opens and closes around the pupil depending on how much light there is






18. Protozoans that move with cillia and have two nuclei - the micro nucleus and the macro nucleus






19. Cells found inside leaves that are important for photosynthesis and contain chloroplasts






20. Fluffy feathers on a bird's body that keeps it warm






21. An operation that removes the appendix during appendicitis






22. Vertebrate - back - bone bearing animals - like frogs - salamanders and newts. Born in the water - live on land and breed in the water. They are also cold - blooded






23. Plants in which nutrients are delivered through special channels located in the stem






24. Uses the major arteries and veins to move oxygen rich blood throughout the body






25. A type of invertebrate that has a long flat body and bilateral symmetry. Most are parasites and live off of other organisms






26. The mouth parts of an insect that are used to chew up food and wood for nests






27. The part of an arachnid that the mouth - eyes - and limbs are connected to






28. The points on the tentacles of a cnidarian that is used to stun prey






29. Human body system that allows your muscles to move






30. Prokaryotic cells that comes in many shapes - including spears - rods - and spirals and found in air - water - and living things






31. The process in which plants turn water and carbon dioxide and sunlight into photosynthesis






32. A type of reptile with four legs ending in sharped clawed feet and bodies that taper off into tails - like the chameleon






33. Animals that have hair - breathe air - and nurse their young






34. Muscles that move bones and work in teams to move the bones appropriately






35. Algae with cell walls that are rich in silica - the main component of glass






36. The pair of pinchers that are part of an arachnid's cephalothorax for grabbing things and deducting smells and vibrations






37. Any types of germs and chemicals that can make people sick






38. Little bones found in the mouth that are responsible for cutting and crushing food






39. A carnivorous plant that sucks water into it along with the bugs that are in the water






40. The smallest amount of living matter that is the unit of structure and function for all organisms






41. The flow of blood through the heart to the lungs trading carbon dioxide for oxygen






42. Neurons transmit signals from your central nervous system to your muscles - telling them to move






43. A special kind of skin with hair in it located in your nose






44. The hard outer layer of the tooth






45. A network of nerves in the human body that send signals to your brain to make decisions






46. When chemicals called enzymes break food up into molecules that can be absorbed






47. Sense of touch that allows one to feel where they are in space






48. Human body system that breaks down food so that nutrients and water can be used for the body






49. A rigid - soft tissue that a cartiligeous fish's bones are made of






50. Single celled creatures that are too small to see and have a nucleus and live in moist or wet surroundings







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