MoGEA Test Missouri General Education Assessment: Science Fundamentals and Social Studies 3

Question 1

Which cell organelle is responsible for producing ATP through cellular respiration?

Accepted Answer

mitochondria

Answer

Mitochondria convert glucose and oxygen into ATP energy through the process of cellular respiration.

Question 2

When two heterozygous tall plants (Tt) are crossed, what percentage of offspring will be short (tt)?

Accepted Answer

25%

Answer

A Tt × Tt cross follows Mendel's law and produces a 3:1 ratio, with 25% homozygous recessive (tt) offspring.

Question 3

In an ecosystem, organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis are classified as:

Accepted Answer

producers

Answer

Producers (autotrophs) use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose through photosynthesis.

Question 4

Which ancient civilization built pyramids along the banks of the Nile River?

Accepted Answer

Egypt

Answer

Ancient Egypt, centered on the Nile River valley, constructed pyramids as monumental tombs for pharaohs.

Question 5

Lines of latitude on a globe measure distance:

Accepted Answer

north or south of the equator

Answer

Latitude measures angular distance north or south of the equator, which sits at 0°.

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