5 Questions
What unifying theme in biology explains the unity and diversity of life?
Evolution
Which of the following is not a eukaryotic organism?
Bacteria
What is the fundamental unit that all organisms are made up of?
Cells
What allows organisms to move, grow, and reproduce?
Energy processing
What do biologists use to make observations, pose questions, and form conclusions about the world around them?
The scientific method
Study Notes
Unity and Diversity of Life
- Evolution is the unifying theme in biology that explains the unity and diversity of life.
Organisms
- Prokaryotic organisms, such as bacteria, are not eukaryotic organisms.
Structure of Organisms
- Cells are the fundamental units that all organisms are made up of.
Characteristics of Life
- The ability to move, grow, and reproduce are characteristics of life that are made possible by the basic functions of cells.
Scientific Method in Biology
- Biologists use the scientific method, which involves making observations, posing questions, and forming conclusions based on evidence, to study the world around them.
Test your knowledge of basic biology concepts and themes with this quiz. Explore topics such as cells, genetics, evolution, and energy processing.
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