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UMN BIOL 1009 Exam 1
Questions & Answers
2026/2027 University of
Minnesota
Verified Answers Exam Ready 244 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 244 questions with pre-provided correct answers, covering
fundamental biology concepts. It serves as a comprehensive study resource for
foundational biological principles. Students can utilize this material for effective exam
preparation and knowledge consolidation.
TOPICS
• Scientific Inquiry & Basic Chemistry • Macromolecules & Functional Groups
• Nucleic Acids & Genetics • Cell Structures & Organelles
• Cellular Functions & Proteins • Cell Membrane & Transport
• Cellular Respiration & Energy • Photosynthesis
Metabolism
• Water Properties & Biological Roles • Carbohydrates & Monosaccharides
• Microscopy • Origin of Life
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 244
Theory
ANSWER
a broad, well-supported explanation encompassing all living things
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 244
Hypothesis
ANSWER
a proposed explanation that applies to a specific phenomenon or observation
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 244
When H2O is added to a compound in a chemical reaction, a new compound can be formed
via what type of reaction?
ANSWER
Hydrolysis
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 244
Adding NH3 (ammonia) to water makes NH4+. What will be the general pH of this new
solution, and what will happen to the ion concentrations?
ANSWER
Alkaline; decreased H+ ions and increased OH-
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, Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 244
Functional groups help define the properties of macromolecules. The __________ functional
group(s) is/are found within amino acids, while carbohydrates contain the __________
functional group(s).
ANSWER
amino and carboxyl; hydroxyl
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 244
Activation energy is reduced by enzymes.
ANSWER
True
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 244
Your body needs amino acids to build new proteins encoded by your genes. Many of these
amino acids come from your diet through the ____ of proteins you eat.
ANSWER
Catabolism
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 244
If a reaction has a negative change in _______, then it will be exothermic.
ANSWER
Free energy
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 244
An increase in disorder is a form of _______.
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, ANSWER
Entropy
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 244
In anabolic reactions that involve the synthesis of a large molecule from smaller precursor
molecules, NADH and ATP are ____________ when they provide the needed electrons or
energy.
ANSWER
Consumed
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 244
In catabolic reactions that involve the breakdown of a molecule into smaller subunits, such
as glucose to pyruvate, NADH and ATP are ____________ .
ANSWER
Produced
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 244
The most accurate description of the relationship between hypothesis testing and
discovery-based science is that __________.
ANSWER
once discovery-based observations are made, a hypothesis can be developed from these
observations
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 244
The wood in a match is made up of cellulose, which is a polymer of glucose molecules. When
you light the match, heat and light are given off, indicating that a/an
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UMN BIOL 1009 Exam 1
Questions & Answers
2026/2027 University of
Minnesota
Verified Answers Exam Ready 244 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 244 questions with pre-provided correct answers, covering
fundamental biology concepts. It serves as a comprehensive study resource for
foundational biological principles. Students can utilize this material for effective exam
preparation and knowledge consolidation.
TOPICS
• Scientific Inquiry & Basic Chemistry • Macromolecules & Functional Groups
• Nucleic Acids & Genetics • Cell Structures & Organelles
• Cellular Functions & Proteins • Cell Membrane & Transport
• Cellular Respiration & Energy • Photosynthesis
Metabolism
• Water Properties & Biological Roles • Carbohydrates & Monosaccharides
• Microscopy • Origin of Life
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 244
Theory
ANSWER
a broad, well-supported explanation encompassing all living things
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 244
Hypothesis
ANSWER
a proposed explanation that applies to a specific phenomenon or observation
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 244
When H2O is added to a compound in a chemical reaction, a new compound can be formed
via what type of reaction?
ANSWER
Hydrolysis
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 244
Adding NH3 (ammonia) to water makes NH4+. What will be the general pH of this new
solution, and what will happen to the ion concentrations?
ANSWER
Alkaline; decreased H+ ions and increased OH-
Page 2
, Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 244
Functional groups help define the properties of macromolecules. The __________ functional
group(s) is/are found within amino acids, while carbohydrates contain the __________
functional group(s).
ANSWER
amino and carboxyl; hydroxyl
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 244
Activation energy is reduced by enzymes.
ANSWER
True
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 244
Your body needs amino acids to build new proteins encoded by your genes. Many of these
amino acids come from your diet through the ____ of proteins you eat.
ANSWER
Catabolism
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 244
If a reaction has a negative change in _______, then it will be exothermic.
ANSWER
Free energy
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 244
An increase in disorder is a form of _______.
Page 3
, ANSWER
Entropy
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 244
In anabolic reactions that involve the synthesis of a large molecule from smaller precursor
molecules, NADH and ATP are ____________ when they provide the needed electrons or
energy.
ANSWER
Consumed
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 244
In catabolic reactions that involve the breakdown of a molecule into smaller subunits, such
as glucose to pyruvate, NADH and ATP are ____________ .
ANSWER
Produced
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 244
The most accurate description of the relationship between hypothesis testing and
discovery-based science is that __________.
ANSWER
once discovery-based observations are made, a hypothesis can be developed from these
observations
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 244
The wood in a match is made up of cellulose, which is a polymer of glucose molecules. When
you light the match, heat and light are given off, indicating that a/an
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