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What is biology?

  • The study of the Earth
  • The study of plants and animals
  • The study of life and its forms (correct)
  • None of the above

What branch of biology studies microorganisms?

  • Microbiology (correct)
  • Ecology
  • Zoology
  • Botany

What is the main objective of the scientific method?

  • To prove a hypothesis correct
  • To solve problems systematically (correct)
  • To discover new things
  • All of the above

Which characteristic DOES NOT belong to science?

<p>Subjective (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What molecule is fundamental to life and regulates temperature?

<p>Water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an ecosystem?

<p>A community of organisms that interact with their environment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is exclusive to living things?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is biology?

The study of life and all its forms, including its origins and processes.

What does microbiology study?

A branch of biology dedicated to studying microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.

What is the main goal of the scientific method?

A systematic approach to solving problems by posing questions, testing hypotheses, and drawing conclusions based on evidence.

What is NOT a characteristic of science?

Science is objective, meaning it focuses on observable facts and evidence. It seeks to explain the natural world using unbiased investigations.

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What molecule is essential for life and regulates body temperature?

Water is a fundamental molecule for all living organisms. It regulates temperature, acts as a solvent, and participates in essential chemical reactions.

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What is an ecosystem?

An ecosystem refers to a community of interacting living organisms within a specific environment. It encompasses all the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components of a particular region.

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What is a characteristic of living beings?

Living beings are characterized by a unique set of properties that distinguish them from non-living matter. Metabolism, growth, reproduction, and adaptation are some of these defining characteristics.

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What is Genetics?

The study of heredity and how genetic information is transmitted from parents to offspring. It explores the mechanisms of gene inheritance, expression, and variation.

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What's a crucial property of biomolecules?

Biomolecules, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, play vital roles in regulating cellular processes. They contribute to energy production, structure maintenance, and communication within and between cells.

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What is science?

Science is a systematic and organized approach to gaining knowledge about the natural world through observation, experimentation, and logical reasoning. It involves a process of inquiry and discovery.

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Study Notes

Biology Questions and Answers

  • Question 1: What is biology?

    • The study of life and its forms.
  • Question 2: What branch of biology studies microorganisms?

    • Microbiology
  • Question 3: What is the main objective of the scientific method?

    • Solving problems systematically.
  • Question 4: Which characteristic does NOT belong to science?

    • Subjective
  • Question 5: Which molecule is fundamental to life and regulates temperature?

    • Water (Agua)
  • Question 6: What is an ecosystem?

    • A group of organisms that interact with their environment.
  • Question 7: What characteristic is exclusive to living things?

    • Life (character d)

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