HESI A2 Biology Practice Quizzes Welcome to your HESI A2 Biology Practice Quizzes. Please click NEXT to start your Free HESI A2 Biology Practice Quizzes right away. Best of Luck! 1. Biology,HESI A2 In humans, the trait for brown eyes is dominant (B) and blue eyes is recessive (b). Which alleles would be present in the gametes of a human if that human is heterozygous for eye color? A. Each gamete would include both the dominant and recessive alleles for eye color regardless of the parent's traits. B. Half of the gametes would contain only the dominant allele while the other half would contain only the recessive allele. C. Each gamete would include both the dominant and recessive alleles for eye color because the parent is heterozygous, for that trait. D. Only B would be present because it is the dominant allele. None 1 out of 100 2. Biology,HESI A2 Which of these correctly defines a prokaryotic cell? A. A cell without cytoplasm B. A cell without ribosomes C. A cell without a nucleus D. A cell without a cell membrane None 2 out of 100 3. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements defines a “theory”? A. The results from an experiment that also explains its significance B. A fact that is widely accepted C. A concept that is yet to be proven scientifically D. A concept that is well tested and has valid explanations for an event None 3 out of 100 4. Biology,HESI A2 All metabolic reactions in a cell are catalyzed by which of the following? A. Amino acids B. Enzymes C. Phospholipids D. Steroids None 4 out of 100 5. Biology,HESI A2 A metabolic pathway that breaks down glucose and produces ATP is called __________. A. Photosynthesis B. Lipolysis C. Cellular respiration D. Gluconeogenesis None 5 out of 100 6. Biology,HESI A2 The process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy to chemical energy in the form of sugars is called ___________. A. Photosynthesis B. Mutation C. Respiration D. Cell division None 6 out of 100 7. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of life? A. Organisms can move around. B. Organisms can produce offspring. C. Organisms are made up of cells. D. Organisms can maintain homeostasis. None 7 out of 100 8. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements is CORRECT about daughter cells formed during mitotic cell division? A. Mitotic daughter cells have half the number of chromosomes than their parent cell. B. Mitotic daughter cells are formed as a result of crossing over of genetic materials. C. Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells to their parent cell. D. Mitotic cell division gives rise to four unique daughter cells. None 8 out of 100 9. Biology,HESI A2 A recessive allele is only expressed as a phenotype in an organism if: A. the organism is heterozygous recessive for that trait B. the organism is homozygous dominant for that trait C. the organism is homozygous recessive for that trait D. the organism is heterozygous dominant for that trait None 9 out of 100 10. Biology,HESI A2 If for peas, a round shape is the dominant allele (A), and a wrinkly shape is the recessive allele (a), what is the genotype of a round pea? A. aa B. AA or Aa C. AA D. Aa None 10 out of 100 11. Biology,HESI A2 The process of nuclear division in eukaryotic cells that occurs when a parent cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells is known as: A. Fragmentation B. Binary fission C. Mitosis D. Meiosis None 11 out of 100 12. Biology,HESI A2 DNA is: A. nucleic acid B. hydrochloric acid C. lactic acid D. an inorganic compound None 12 out of 100 13. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements is TRUE about the interphase of mitosis? A. It is the shortest phase of the mitotic cell cycle B. In this phase, the sister chromatids begin to separate from one another C. In this phase, the cell grows and copies its DNA before moving into mitosis D. Crossing over takes place in this phase None 13 out of 100 14. Biology,HESI A2 DNA is read in terms of how many bases? A. 3 B. 4 C. 6 D. 5 None 14 out of 100 15. Biology,HESI A2 In the hierarchic system of classification, which of the following is least inclusive? A. Phylum B. Class C. Order D. Family None 15 out of 100 16. Biology,HESI A2 The cell membrane is composed of which of the following? A. A rigid layer of cytoskeleton B. A bilayer of phospholipid molecules C. A single layer of phospholipid molecules D. A wall of cholesterol and phospholipids None 16 out of 100 17. Biology,HESI A2 What are the three types of lipids? A. Fatty acids, phospholipids, and enzymes B. Fatty acids, phospholipids, and steroids C. Fatty acids, saturated fats, and unsaturated fats D. Fatty acids, enzymes, and steroids None 17 out of 100 18. Biology,HESI A2 Where in the cell does active transport take place? A. Nucleus B. Mitochondria C. Plasma membrane D. Chloroplast None 18 out of 100 19. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following correctly lists the hierarchic system of classification from most inclusive to least inclusive? A. Kingdom, Phylum, Order, Family, Class, Genus, Species B. Kingdom, Phylum, Order, Class, Family, Genus, Species C. Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species D. Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Family, Order, Genus, Species None 19 out of 100 20. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is not a benefit of the intermolecular hydrogen bonding of water? A. Versatile solvent properties B. A relatively low specific heat C. Strong adhesive properties D. Strong cohesive properties None 20 out of 100 21. Biology,HESI A2 In the hierarchic system of classification, which of the following is most inclusive? A. Genus B. Species C. Phylum D. Order None 21 out of 100 22. Biology,HESI A2 In the hierarchic system of classification, which of the following is most inclusive? A. Kingdom B. Species C. Class D. Order None 22 out of 100 23. Biology,HESI A2 The organelle that contains the cell’s DNA is the nucleus. The DNA is organized in masses called A. chromosomes B. nucleotides C. nucleic acids D. amino acids None 23 out of 100 24. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements best describes a valid hypothesis? A. It is always proven successful and is accepted as a valid law in the scientific world. B. It is a part of the experiment that can vary or change during the experimental procedure. C. It can be tested and even falsified after numerous experimental results. D. It can be accepted or rejected solely based on research data. None 24 out of 100 25. Biology,HESI A2 In a cell, reactions take place in a series of steps called ____________? A. catabolic pathways B. cellular respiration C. the electron transport chain D. metabolic pathways None 25 out of 100 26. Biology,HESI A2 In the hierarchic system of classification, which of the following is least inclusive? A. Species B. Phylum C. Order D. Genus None 26 out of 100 27. Biology,HESI A2 How are carbohydrates absorbed into the bloodstream? A. Carbohydrates are turned into oxygen and are absorbed into the blood via the lungs. B. Carbohydrates are turned into fatty acids and absorbed into the blood via the walls of the large intestine. C. Carbohydrates are turned into disaccharides and absorbed into the blood via the walls of the stomach. D. Carbohydrates are turned into glucose and absorbed into the blood via the walls of the small intestine. None 27 out of 100 28. Biology,HESI A2 What is the correct number of atoms in one molecule of water? A. 1 Hydrogen and 1 Oxygen B. 2 Hydrogen and 1 Oxygen C. 1 Hydrogen and 2 Oxygen D. 2 Hydrogen and 2 Oxygen None 28 out of 100 29. Biology,HESI A2 Which biologic molecule is comprised of polymers of amino acids? A. Carbohydrates B. Lipids C. Proteins D. Nucleic acids None 29 out of 100 30. Biology,HESI A2 Through which characteristic of life does the new progeny (offspring) of species receive their hereditary (inherited) traits? A. Reproduction B. Growth and development C. Response to stimuli D. Evolution None 30 out of 100 31. Biology,HESI A2 The hydrogen atoms in a water molecule are linked to the oxygen atom by a(n) __________. A. All of these B. Van der waal interaction C. Ionic bond D. Covalent bond None 31 out of 100 32. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following organelles is responsible for water balance and storage of inorganic ions in plants? A. Golgi apparatus B. Lysosome C. Vacuole D. Chloroplast None 32 out of 100 33. Biology,HESI A2 What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum? A. Protein synthesis and membrane production B. Detoxification and metabolism of multiple molecules C. Cellular respiration D. Digesting substances in the cell and recycling organelles None 33 out of 100 34. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is not a product in the net reaction for glycolysis? A. ADP B. NADH C. Water D. Pyruvate None 34 out of 100 35. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements is true for cells? A. Cells are hereditary factors passed on from parents to offspring. B. Cells are small, structural, and functional units of life. C. Cells are the main evolutionary factors. D. Cells are growth and developmental factors in the species. None 35 out of 100 36. Biology,HESI A2 RNA is composed of: A. two long parallel polynucleotide chains B. one single stranded polynucleotide chain C. one double stranded polynucleotide chain D. two long polynucleotide chains twisted in a double helix None 36 out of 100 37. Biology,HESI A2 Homo sapiens have changed drastically when compared to the early humans from around five million years ago. The changes are due to __________. A. Metabolism B. Reproduction C. Evolution D. Homeostasis None 37 out of 100 38. Biology,HESI A2 After the completion of a particular experiment, the findings have to be shared with the scientific community. How is this typically done? A. By advertising the data in top research institutes B. By sharing the results with only those involved in the experimentation C. By sharing only the conclusion with everybody D. By publishing in scientific journals None 38 out of 100 39. Biology,HESI A2 A researcher came up with a hypothesis about the behavior of reptiles in the rainforest. Which step would be prior to stating the hypothesis? A. A control group B. Good observation C. Detailed experimental design D. Predicting results None 39 out of 100 40. Biology,HESI A2 If a substance is moving across a plasma membrane against the concentration gradient, what type of transport is required? A. Osmosis B. Diffusion C. Passive transport D. Active transport None 40 out of 100 41. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following best defines the function of the cell nucleus during reproduction? A. The nucleus is responsible for the production of egg and sperm cells. B. The nucleus contains hereditary units which are passed on from parents to offspring during reproduction. C. The nucleus helps the fertilization process by attracting the sperm cell to the egg cell. D. The nucleus plays a major role in zygote formation. None 41 out of 100 42. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is not a function of the cell membrane? A. Control the movement of substances into and out of the cell B. Transport of protein from the endoplasmic reticulum to other parts of the cell C. Intercellular communication D. Protect the cell from its surroundings None 42 out of 100 43. Biology,HESI A2 Transcription takes place: A. in the vacuole B. in the cytoplasm C. in the endoplasmic reticulum D. in the nucleus None 43 out of 100 44. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following functions are carried out by the nucleus? A. The nucleus synthesizes ribosomes. B. The nucleus is responsible for the storage of substances in the cell. C. The nucleus helps in the disposal of wastes from the cell. D. The nucleus regulates the DNA transcription and translation process. None 44 out of 100 45. Biology,HESI A2 Of the following choices, choose the best description of a prokaryotic cell: A. Contains chromosomes, ribosomes, a plasma membrane and is enclosed in a cell wall B. Contains a nucleus, cytosol, and cytoplasm but lacks a plasma membrane and cell wall C. Contains a nucleoid region without chromosomes, cytoplasm and is enclosed in a cell wall D. Lacks a cell wall and organelles but contains chromosomes, a plasma membrane and is enclosed in a capsule None 45 out of 100 46. Biology,HESI A2 What is the function of lysosomes? A. Storage B. Digestion C. Protein synthesis D. Energy production None 46 out of 100 47. Biology,HESI A2 What does polarity allow water to do? A. Repel ions B. Transport molecules C. Synthesize substances D. Destroy toxins None 47 out of 100 48. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following phases of mitosis is shown below? A. Prometaphase B. Anaphase C. Metaphase D. Prophase None 48 out of 100 49. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is the fundamental unit of biology? A. Cell B. Nucleus C. Atom D. Carbohydrates None 49 out of 100 50. Biology,HESI A2 DNA and RNA are subunits of which type of biologic molecule? A. Proteins B. Lipids C. Nucleic acids D. Carbohydrates None 50 out of 100 51. Biology,HESI A2 Bodybuilders are concerned with putting on a significant amount of muscle mass. Which biologic molecule would you recommend a bodybuilder increase consumption of to gain muscle mass? A. Nucleic acids B. Carbohydrates C. Lipids D. Proteins None 51 out of 100 52. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is the main source of electrons and hydrogen atoms during photosynthesis? A. Water B. Chlorophyll C. Carbon dioxide D. Light energy None 52 out of 100 53. Biology,HESI A2 Which organelle is responsible for storing, modifying and sending out products of the endoplasmic reticulum, such as proteins? A. Endoplasmic reticulum B. Lysosomes C. Ribosomes D. Golgi apparatus None 53 out of 100 54. Biology,HESI A2 If an animal cell is left in an unknown solution overnight, and the next day the cell bursts, it can be assumed that the unknown solution is: A. tonic B. hypertonic C. isotonic D. hypotonic None 54 out of 100 55. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is NOT the function of mitosis? A. Production of germ cells from diploid cells B. Growth and development C. Repair of a wound D. Replacement of lost or damaged cells None 55 out of 100 56. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following lists the phases of meiosis in the correct order? A. Prophase II, Prophase II, Metaphase II, Metaphase I, Anaphase Ii, Anaphase I, Telophase II, Telophase I, Cytokinesis B. Prophase I, Prophase II, Metaphase I, Metaphase II, Anaphase I, Anaphase II, Telophase I, Telophase II, Cytokinesis C. Prophase II, Metaphase II, Anaphase II, Telophase II, cytokinesis. Prophase I, Metaphase I, Anaphase I, Telophase I, Cytokinesis D. Prophase I, Metaphase I, Anaphase I, Telophase I, Cytokinesis, Prophase II, Metaphase II, Anaphase II, Telophase II, Cytokinesis None 56 out of 100 57. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following mechanisms involves the division of a single cell to form cells with half of the original amount of genetic material? A. Mitosis B. Binary fission C. Budding D. Meiosis None 57 out of 100 58. Biology,HESI A2 Which atoms CANNOT bond to hydrogen by hydrogen bonding? A. Carbon B. Oxygen C. Nitrogen D. Fluorine None 58 out of 100 59. Biology,HESI A2 Predict the proportions of the produced genotypes for the following Punnett square: A. 100% GG B. 50% Gg and 50% gg C. 100% gg D. 100% Gg None 59 out of 100 60. Biology,HESI A2 What are the processes that are involved in fermentation? A. Glycolysis, oxidative phosphorylation, and NAD+ regeneration B. Krebs cycle, glycolysis, oxidative phosphorylation C. NAD+ regeneration and glycolysis only D. Glycolysis only None 60 out of 100 61. Biology,HESI A2 The color purple (P) is dominant in a plant. If you have a purple plant with an unknown genotype and cross it with a white plant (pp) and get offspring which are 100% purple, what is the genotype of the unknown plant? A. Uncertain B. PP C. Pp D. pp None 61 out of 100 62. Biology,HESI A2 During sexual reproduction, the zygote is formed when a male gamete fuses with a female gamete. How many chromosomes does the zygote cell contain? A. 4n B. n C. 2n D. 3n None 62 out of 100 63. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following correctly identifies the steps of cellular respiration? A. Glycolysis—Pyruvate oxidation—Citric acid cycle—Oxidative phosphorylation B. Glycolysis—Citric acid cycle—Pyruvate oxidation—Oxidative phosphorylation C. Glycolysis—Oxidative phosphorylation—Citric acid cycle—Pyruvate oxidation D. Glycolysis—Citric acid cycle—Oxidative phosphorylation—Pyruvate oxidation None 63 out of 100 64. Biology,HESI A2 In his genetic experiments, Mendel used: A. pea plants B. basil plants C. cherry trees D. apple trees None 64 out of 100 65. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following lists the phases of mitosis in the correct order? A. Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase B. Metaphase, Prophase, Anaphase, Telophase C. Prophase, Anaphase, Metaphase, Telophase D. Prophase, Metaphase, Telophase, Anaphase None 65 out of 100 66. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following best describes why polarity is the most important characteristic of water? A. The benefits of polarity are hydrogen bonding, a high specific heat value, strong cohesive and adhesive properties, and its versatility as a solvent. B. The benefits of polarity are hydrogen bonding, a high specific heat value, weak cohesive and adhesive properties, and its versatility as a solvent. C. The benefits of polarity are covalent bonding, a high specific heat value, strong cohesive and adhesive properties, and its versatility as a solvent. D. The benefits of polarity are hydrogen bonding, a low specific heat value, strong cohesive and adhesive properties, and its versatility as a solvent. None 66 out of 100 67. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following are produced as a result of photosynthesis? A. Oxygen and water B. Water and carbon dioxide C. Carbon dioxide and glucose D. Glucose and oxygen None 67 out of 100 68. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following best describes the molecular structure of water? A. Two oxygen atoms ionically bonded to one hydrogen atom B. Two oxygen atoms covalently bonded to one hydrogen atom C. Two hydrogen atoms covalently bonded to one oxygen atom D. Two hydrogen atoms ionically bonded to one oxygen atom None 68 out of 100 69. Biology,HESI A2 Messenger RNA transfers information: A. from DNA to proteins B. from RNA to DNA C. from DNA to ribosomes D. from DNA to glucose None 69 out of 100 70. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following correctly differentiates diploid cells from haploid cells? A. There are (2n) number of chromosomes in diploid cells and (n) number of chromosomes in haploid cells. B. The sex cells are diploid cells whereas somatic cells are haploid cells. C. Diploid cells contain only one set of chromosomes and haploid cells contain two sets of chromosomes. D. Haploid cells are formed in mitosis whereas diploid cells are formed in meiosis. None 70 out of 100 71. Biology,HESI A2 Which organelle is correctly paired with its function? A. Endoplasmic reticulum – locomotion B. Nucleus – stores DNA C. Mitochondria – protein synthesis D. Peroxisome – cellular respiration None 71 out of 100 72. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following needs to be present in order for a substance to be considered a nucleotide? A. 5 carbon sugar, nitrogenous base, triphosphate B. deoxyribose, adenosine, triphosphate C. ribose, amino acid, phosphate D. 5 carbon sugar, nitrogenous base, phosphate group None 72 out of 100 73. Biology,HESI A2 Alleles of the same type are called: A. homozygous B. dominant C. heterozygous D. mutations None 73 out of 100 74. Biology,HESI A2 A repeatable procedure of gathering data to support or refute a hypothesis is known as A. drawing a conclusion B. developing a theory C. conducting an experiment D. the scientific method None 74 out of 100 75. Biology,HESI A2 What function do cholesterol molecules serve within the cell membrane? A. They allow the cell membrane to be selectively permeable by making the bilayer structure more flexible. B. They allow for carbohydrate chains to extend beyond the cell membrane to communicate with other cells. C. They stabilize the flexible bilayer structure to prevent breakage. D. They act as transport highways for molecular movement into and out of the cell. None 75 out of 100 76. Biology,HESI A2 Many cells uptake food through the cell membrane creating a food vacuole in a process known as A. photosynthesis B. cytokinesis C. osmosis D. phagocytosis None 76 out of 100 77. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is found in animal cells but not plant cells? A. cytoskeleton B. cytoplasm C. chloroplast D. centrioles None 77 out of 100 78. Biology,HESI A2 Cells are made up of components referred to as: A. nucleic acids B. amino acids C. organelles D. phospholipids None 78 out of 100 79. Biology,HESI A2 In the Scientific Method, which of the following is a statement or explanation of certain events or happenings based on limited evidence? A. Hypothesis B. Conclusion C. Experiment D. Observation None 79 out of 100 80. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following lists the steps of the Scientific Method in the correct order? A. hypothesis, observation, experiment, conclusion B. observation, experiment, hypothesis, conclusion C. theory, hypothesis, experiment, conclusion D. observation, hypothesis, experiment, conclusion None 80 out of 100 81. Biology,HESI A2 Epistasis can be defined as: A. interaction between two viruses B. interaction between two genes C. interaction between DNA and RNA D. type of mutation None 81 out of 100 82. Biology,HESI A2 The process of asexual reproduction when a prokaryotic cell divides to form two identical cells where each has the potential to grow and become an independent cell is called: A. Budding B. Binary fission C. Conjugation D. Transformation None 82 out of 100 83. Biology,HESI A2 Photosynthesis is the precursor to which other important cellular process? A. Sexual reproduction B. Genetic mutation C. Cellular respiration D. Cell division None 83 out of 100 84. Biology,HESI A2 Which of these is present in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells? A. Ribosome B. Vacuole C. Endoplasmic reticulum D. Lysosome None 84 out of 100 85. Biology,HESI A2 Humans have 46 chromosomes in each somatic cell. How many chromosomes will be there in each daughter cell that has been formed after mitosis? A. 69 B. 46 C. 23 D. 92 None 85 out of 100 86. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is correct about the difference between sexual and asexual reproduction? A. In asexual reproduction, there is the involvement of two parents. In sexual reproduction, there is an involvement of one parent only. B. The process of sexual reproduction takes longer than sexual reproduction. C. In asexual reproduction, daughter cells are genetically different from parent cells. In sexual reproduction, daughter cells are genetically identical to parent cells. D. In asexual reproduction, diploid parent cells produce diploid daughter cells. In sexual reproduction, diploid parent cells produce haploid daughter cells that combine to form diploid offspring. None 86 out of 100 87. Biology,HESI A2 Metabolic reactions in a cell progress from a standpoint of ________. A. high energy to low energy B. low energy to high energy C. moderate energy to increased energy D. moderate energy to decreased energy None 87 out of 100 88. Biology,HESI A2 Humans and other animals require nitrogen; however, they cannot obtain it from the air or soil. What must animals consume in order to obtain the nitrogen they need? A. Protein B. Lipids C. Glucose D. Carbohydrates None 88 out of 100 89. Biology,HESI A2 The polarity of a water molecule is due to the __________. A. Uneven distribution of partial charges B. Even distribution of complete charges C. Even distribution of partial charges D. Uneven distribution of complete charges None 89 out of 100 90. Biology,HESI A2 Which of these structures does not differentiate a prokaryotic from a eukaryotic cell? A. Organelles B. Type of DNA C. Cell membrane D. Nucleus None 90 out of 100 91. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following shows the correct pair of the reactants and products of cellular respiration? A. Reactants: Lactic acid and carbon dioxide; Products: Glucose B. Reactants: Glucose; Products: Lactic acid and carbon dioxide C. Reactants: Carbon Dioxide, water, ATP; Products: Oxygen and glucose D. Reactants: Oxygen and glucose; Products: Carbon dioxide, water, ATP None 91 out of 100 92. Biology,HESI A2 How are plant cells different from animal cells? A. Plant cells contain mitochondria; Animal cells contain chloroplasts B. Plant cells have a nucleoid region; Animal cells have a defined nucleus C. Plant cells have membrane-bound organelles; Animal cells do not have membrane-bound organelles D. Plant cells have a cell wall; Animal cells do not have a cell wall None 92 out of 100 93. Biology,HESI A2 What is considered research within the scientific method? A. A suggested explanation of an event, which can be tested and proven later B. Analyzing data and its validity C. Combining data from past experiments and using it to investigate a particular topic in consideration D. Using tools and technology to obtain data for comparison and further investigation None 93 out of 100 94. Biology,HESI A2 What is the name of the ability of a living thing to maintain constant internal body conditions, despite changes in external conditions? A. Metabolism B. Evolution C. Adaptation D. Homeostasis None 94 out of 100 95. Biology,HESI A2 Proteins are made of chains of: A. phospholipids B. sugars C. amino acids D. nucleotides None 95 out of 100 96. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following microtubules can be used to move the cell? A. Centrosomes B. Centrioles C. Filaments D. Flagella None 96 out of 100 97. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following is not true about water? A. Hydrogen bonding results in water having strong cohesive and adhesive properties. B. When water freezes, it forms a lattice crystal, causing ice to float. C. The polarity of water’s bonds allows for covalent bonding between molecules. D. Large bodies of water stabilize climates due to water’s high specific heat. None 97 out of 100 98. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements about endoplasmic reticulum is true? A. The endoplasmic reticulum is attached to the cell membrane. B. The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for storing calcium ions. C. The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is covered in ribosomes. D. The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for the assembly of proteins. None 98 out of 100 99. Biology,HESI A2 Which of the following statements about water is incorrect? A. Water’s high specific heat allows it to resist temperature shifts. B. The polarity of water allows it to act as a versatile solvent. C. The polarity of water allows for covalent bonding between molecules. D. Water’s cohesive and adhesive properties allow water molecules to bond to other molecules and stick to substances. None 99 out of 100 100. Biology,HESI A2 Choose the correct complementary bases for the DNA strand shown below. T C A G G A A. CTGAAG B. AGTCCT C. TCAGGA D. GACTTC None 100 out of 100 Time is Up! Time's up