by lavina.hamill
Life science encompasses the study of living organisms, their life processes, and their interactions with each other and their environments. This quiz will take you through a variety of topics, including genetics, ecosystems, and human anatomy, to test and expand your knowledge. Let’s see how much you know about the intricate and amazing world of life science. Good luck and enjoy the challenge!
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Life Science Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the powerhouse of the cell?
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Ribosome
Endoplasmic Reticulum
2. Which process do plants use to convert sunlight into food?
Respiration
Photosynthesis
Transpiration
Fermentation
3. What is the basic unit of heredity?
Chromosome
Gene
Nucleotide
Allele
4. Which organ is responsible for pumping blood throughout the human body?
Liver
Lungs
Heart
Kidneys
5. What type of blood cells are responsible for fighting infections?
Red blood cells
Platelets
White blood cells
Plasma cells
6. In which part of the cell does the Krebs cycle take place?
Nucleus
Cytoplasm
Mitochondria
Golgi apparatus
7. What is the process by which a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells?
Meiosis
Mitosis
Binary fission
Budding
8. Which molecule carries genetic information in living organisms?
RNA
Protein
DNA
Carbohydrate
9. What is the term for a community of organisms and their physical environment interacting together?
Population
Community
Ecosystem
Biome
10. Which human body system is responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells?
Respiratory system
Digestive system
Circulatory system
Nervous system
11. What is the main function of red blood cells?
Fight infections
Clot blood
Transport oxygen
Produce antibodies
12. Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating balance and coordination?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Hypothalamus
13. What is the primary function of the roots in a plant?
Photosynthesis
Reproduction
Nutrient absorption
Seed dispersal
14. Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?
Adrenaline
Insulin
Thyroxine
Cortisol
15. What is the term for the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem?
Ecology
Biodiversity
Biomass
Symbiosis
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