Please answer three (3) of the following six questions as one Word document and upload your document into the assignment box and submit. Print each question at the top of its respective answer.

1. While conducting research, scientists need to understand the main variables within their experiments. Define and provide an example of both an independent and dependent variable.
2. Describe the process of transpiration within plants and provide details on two environmental factors that impact transpiration.
3. Describe the mechanism of enzyme action within chemical reactions. Include within your answer, information on how temperature and pH impact enzyme function.
4. Describe in detail the phases of mitosis.
5. Describe two different ecosystems and explain the importance of species diversity to the overall survival of the ecosystem. Discuss conservation efforts for each ecosystem.
6. Discuss the differences between homozygous and heterozygous individuals and explain why a genetic characteristic can skip a generation.