Biology Vocabulary Quiz
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What is 'photosynthesis'?
About Biology Vocabulary Quiz
Biology Vocabulary Quiz is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Discover the language of life sciences, from cells and organisms to ecosystems and evolution. A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What is 'photosynthesis'?
Answer: The process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy
2. What does 'mitosis' refer to?
Answer: A type of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells
3. What is a 'chromosome'?
Answer: A thread-like structure of DNA that carries genetic information
4. What does 'osmosis' describe?
Answer: The movement of water through a semipermeable membrane from low to high solute concentration
5. What is 'taxonomy'?
Answer: The science of classifying and naming organisms
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Biology Vocabulary Quiz?
Biology Vocabulary Quiz has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Biology Vocabulary Quiz free to play?
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How long does Biology Vocabulary Quiz take?
Most players finish Biology Vocabulary Quiz in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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