BIOD 101: Essential Biology I
Module 1–6 & Final Exam
Portage Learning | With Lab
2027/2028 Testing Cycle
Complete Verified Q&As + Review Guide
Guaranteed Pass | Graded A+ | Geneva College
COURSE OVERVIEW
BIOD 101 is a 4-credit introductory biology course offered through Portage Learning by Geneva
College. The course covers chemical principles, biological chemistry, cellular structure and
function, taxonomy, macromolecules, cellular respiration, genetics, cell signaling, and
microbiology. The laboratory component uses virtual labs and interactive simulations.
Assessment includes module exams, lab exams, and a cumulative final exam.
Exam Format: Module exams contain 25 questions each. Lab exams contain 5 questions
each. The Final Exam contains 30 questions. True/False questions are integrated randomly
throughout and require rewriting false statements to make them true
• What’s Included in This Document:
o Modules 1–6 Exams: Complete question sets paired with detailed answers
covering all core lecture and lab exam concepts.
o Lab Exam Components: Specific questions and answers integrated into the
module blocks reflecting lab procedures and practical metrics.
o Comprehensive Final Exam: Dedicated final exam preparation question bank
covering cumulative course material.
, MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Matter and Biomolecules (25
Questions)
Q1: Which of the following best defines matter?
A. Anything that has mass and occupies space
B. Anything that can be seen under a microscope
C. Any substance that contains carbon
D. Any substance that can undergo a chemical reaction
Answer: A
Rationale: Matter is defined as anything that has mass and takes up space, encompassing solids,
liquids, gases, and plasma.
Q2: The number of protons in an atom is referred to as its:
A. Mass number
B. Atomic number
C. Valence number
D. Isotope number
Answer: B
Rationale: The atomic number equals the number of protons in the nucleus and determines the
element's identity.
Q3: Which of the following subatomic particles is found in the nucleus and carries no charge?
A. Proton
B. Electron
C. Neutron
D. Ion
Answer: C
Rationale: Neutrons reside in the nucleus and are electrically neutral, contributing to atomic mass
without affecting charge.
,Q4: In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of neutrons. (If false, make
the statement true.)
Answer: FALSE. In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.
Rationale: Electrical neutrality requires that negative electrons balance positive protons.
Q5: Which type of chemical bond involves the complete transfer of electrons from one atom to
another?
A. Covalent bond
B. Ionic bond
C. Hydrogen bond
D. Peptide bond
Answer: B
Rationale: Ionic bonds form when one atom donates electrons to another, creating oppositely
charged ions that attract each other.
Q6: A ___________ bond forms when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.
Answer: covalent
Rationale: Covalent bonds involve electron sharing, creating stable molecules such as H₂, O₂,
and H₂O.
Q7: Which property of water allows it to dissolve many different substances?
A. High specific heat
B. Polarity
C. Low density as a solid
D. High surface tension
Answer: B
Rationale: Water's polarity allows it to interact with and dissolve ionic and polar substances,
earning it the title "universal solvent."
, Q8: Acids release hydroxide ions (OH⁻) when dissolved in water. (If false, make the statement
true.)
Answer: FALSE. Acids release hydrogen ions (H⁺) when dissolved in water. Bases release
hydroxide ions (OH⁻).
Rationale: Acids increase H⁺ concentration, lowering pH; bases increase OH⁻ concentration,
raising pH.
Q9: A solution with a pH of 9 is considered:
A. Strongly acidic
B. Weakly acidic
C. Weakly basic
D. Neutral
Answer: C
Rationale: pH values above 7 are basic. A pH of 9 represents a weakly basic solution.
Q10: Which of the following is the monomer (building block) of carbohydrates?
A. Amino acid
B. Fatty acid
C. Monosaccharide
D. Nucleotide
Answer: C
Rationale: Monosaccharides (e.g., glucose, fructose) are the simplest carbohydrate units and
serve as monomers for polysaccharides.
Q11: The primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms is:
A. Long-term energy storage
B. Genetic information storage
C. Short-term energy source
D. Catalyzing metabolic reactions
Answer: C
Rationale: Carbohydrates serve as the primary short-term energy source, readily broken down
during cellular respiration to produce ATP.
Module 1–6 & Final Exam
Portage Learning | With Lab
2027/2028 Testing Cycle
Complete Verified Q&As + Review Guide
Guaranteed Pass | Graded A+ | Geneva College
COURSE OVERVIEW
BIOD 101 is a 4-credit introductory biology course offered through Portage Learning by Geneva
College. The course covers chemical principles, biological chemistry, cellular structure and
function, taxonomy, macromolecules, cellular respiration, genetics, cell signaling, and
microbiology. The laboratory component uses virtual labs and interactive simulations.
Assessment includes module exams, lab exams, and a cumulative final exam.
Exam Format: Module exams contain 25 questions each. Lab exams contain 5 questions
each. The Final Exam contains 30 questions. True/False questions are integrated randomly
throughout and require rewriting false statements to make them true
• What’s Included in This Document:
o Modules 1–6 Exams: Complete question sets paired with detailed answers
covering all core lecture and lab exam concepts.
o Lab Exam Components: Specific questions and answers integrated into the
module blocks reflecting lab procedures and practical metrics.
o Comprehensive Final Exam: Dedicated final exam preparation question bank
covering cumulative course material.
, MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Matter and Biomolecules (25
Questions)
Q1: Which of the following best defines matter?
A. Anything that has mass and occupies space
B. Anything that can be seen under a microscope
C. Any substance that contains carbon
D. Any substance that can undergo a chemical reaction
Answer: A
Rationale: Matter is defined as anything that has mass and takes up space, encompassing solids,
liquids, gases, and plasma.
Q2: The number of protons in an atom is referred to as its:
A. Mass number
B. Atomic number
C. Valence number
D. Isotope number
Answer: B
Rationale: The atomic number equals the number of protons in the nucleus and determines the
element's identity.
Q3: Which of the following subatomic particles is found in the nucleus and carries no charge?
A. Proton
B. Electron
C. Neutron
D. Ion
Answer: C
Rationale: Neutrons reside in the nucleus and are electrically neutral, contributing to atomic mass
without affecting charge.
,Q4: In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of neutrons. (If false, make
the statement true.)
Answer: FALSE. In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.
Rationale: Electrical neutrality requires that negative electrons balance positive protons.
Q5: Which type of chemical bond involves the complete transfer of electrons from one atom to
another?
A. Covalent bond
B. Ionic bond
C. Hydrogen bond
D. Peptide bond
Answer: B
Rationale: Ionic bonds form when one atom donates electrons to another, creating oppositely
charged ions that attract each other.
Q6: A ___________ bond forms when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.
Answer: covalent
Rationale: Covalent bonds involve electron sharing, creating stable molecules such as H₂, O₂,
and H₂O.
Q7: Which property of water allows it to dissolve many different substances?
A. High specific heat
B. Polarity
C. Low density as a solid
D. High surface tension
Answer: B
Rationale: Water's polarity allows it to interact with and dissolve ionic and polar substances,
earning it the title "universal solvent."
, Q8: Acids release hydroxide ions (OH⁻) when dissolved in water. (If false, make the statement
true.)
Answer: FALSE. Acids release hydrogen ions (H⁺) when dissolved in water. Bases release
hydroxide ions (OH⁻).
Rationale: Acids increase H⁺ concentration, lowering pH; bases increase OH⁻ concentration,
raising pH.
Q9: A solution with a pH of 9 is considered:
A. Strongly acidic
B. Weakly acidic
C. Weakly basic
D. Neutral
Answer: C
Rationale: pH values above 7 are basic. A pH of 9 represents a weakly basic solution.
Q10: Which of the following is the monomer (building block) of carbohydrates?
A. Amino acid
B. Fatty acid
C. Monosaccharide
D. Nucleotide
Answer: C
Rationale: Monosaccharides (e.g., glucose, fructose) are the simplest carbohydrate units and
serve as monomers for polysaccharides.
Q11: The primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms is:
A. Long-term energy storage
B. Genetic information storage
C. Short-term energy source
D. Catalyzing metabolic reactions
Answer: C
Rationale: Carbohydrates serve as the primary short-term energy source, readily broken down
during cellular respiration to produce ATP.
