Biology Basics: Key Concepts and Definitions
Surface Tension in Water
What is surface tension in water? Water molecules forming a ‘skin’ on the surface.
Levels of Organization in Living Things
Which level of organization in living things is directly above the cell? Tissue.
Ecology
What does the field of ecology study? Interactions between organisms and their environment.
Elements in Biomolecules
Elements that form carbohydrates and proteins: C, H, O.
The Scientific Method
What is the purpose of forming a hypothesis in the scientific method? To make an educated guess that can be tested.
Genetics
Which field of biology focuses on the study of genes and heredity? Genetics.
Organism Levels
What is the correct order of organism levels in living things from simplest to most complex? Cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism.
Glycogen in Animals
What is the primary purpose of glycogen in animals? Storing energy.
Defining Science
Which of the following best defines science? The systematic study of the natural world through observation and experiment.
Characteristics of Science
Which characteristic of science ensures that experiments can be repeated by others? Verifiable.
Fructose
Where can we find fructose? Fruits.
Disadvantages of Science
A disadvantage of science: It may cause environmental harm if misused.
Definition of Biology
What is the definition of biology? The study of living organisms.
Carbohydrate Classification
What is the classification of carbohydrates? Monosaccharides, disaccharides, polysaccharides.
Mathematics and Biology
How does mathematics support biology? By enabling quantitative analysis and modeling.
Adaptation in Living Organisms
Adaptation in living organisms refers to: The ability to adjust to environmental changes.
Objectivity in Science
What does it mean for science to be objective? It is free from personal biases.
Cellulose
Cellulose is mainly found in the leaves of plants. False.
The Word Scientia
The Latin word scientia means experiment. True.
Homeostasis
Homeostasis involves maintaining a stable internal environment. False.
Oxygen and Cellular Respiration
Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration in biology. False.
Scientific Knowledge
Scientific knowledge is characterized by systematic observation and experimentation. False.
Water as Energy Source
Water serves as a source of energy in living things. True.
Science and Technology
Science helps improve technology and quality of life. False.
Traditional Knowledge
Traditional knowledge includes scientific theories. True.
Carbohydrates Composition
Carbohydrates are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. False.
Adhesion in Water
Adhesion in water means water molecules sticking to other surfaces. False.
Adaptation
Adaptation is the ability to produce offspring. True.
Fructose Definition
What is fructose? A monosaccharide.
Disaccharide
Ability to produce offspring? Disaccharide.
Applying Biology
Example of applying biology as a science: Studying the effects of pollution on ecosystems.
Basic Unit of Life
Basic unit of life: Cell.
Scientific Method Definition
Definition of the scientific method: A systematic process for conducting experiments and analyzing data.
Physics and Biology
How does physics interact with biology? Study of matter and energy.
First Step in Scientific Method
First step on the scientific method? Making a question.
Characteristics of Science
Characteristic of science involving a structured procedure: Methodological.
Glucose Formula
Formula of glucose: C6H12O6.
Auxiliary Science
Auxiliary science in biology focusing on earth’s physical structure: Geology.
Disaccharide in Honey
Disaccharide found in honey: Maltose.
Steps of the Scientific Method
Scientific method: Question, hypothesis, experiment, result, conclusion.
Water Bath Equipment
Lab equipment to create the water bath: Container, thermometer, lid, support stand, gloves.
Mario Molina’s Nobel Prize
Why Mario Molina got Nobel 1997: He discovered how to treat the ozone layer.