Biology: Cell Biology Basics
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What is the molecule that carries genetic information in all living organisms?

  • DNA (correct)
  • Carbohydrate
  • Protein
  • RNA
  • Which of the following encodes specific traits or characteristics?

  • Protein
  • Genes (correct)
  • RNA
  • Carbohydrate
  • What is responsible for controlling and coordinating the functions of the body?

  • Endocrine system
  • Nervous system (correct)
  • Muscular system
  • Circulatory system
  • Which concept involves the manipulation of an organism's genes to create new traits or characteristics?

    <p>Genetic engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental cell of the nervous system that transmits electrical signals to other cells?

    <p>Neuron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biotechnology concept involves the use of biological processes to clean up environmental pollutants?

    <p>Bioremediation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the branch of biology that deals with the structure, function, and behavior of cells?

    <p>Cell biology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do cells use to communicate with each other, regulating various cellular processes?

    <p>Hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of study focuses on the interactions between organisms and their environment?

    <p>Ecology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a group of interacting organisms in a particular habitat called?

    <p>Community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a political system characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of a leader or small elite?

    <p>Authoritarianism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What global conflict took place from 1939 to 1945 and involved the majority of the world's nations?

    <p>World War II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient civilization is known for its philosophy, democracy, and theatrical arts?

    <p>Classical Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the system in which powers are divided among different branches of government?

    <p>Separation of powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What international organization was established in 1945 to promote peace and cooperation among nations?

    <p>The United Nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a form of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives?

    <p>Democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is anarchy in the context of international relations?

    <p>The absence of a centralized global government, leading to a system where states must rely on their own power and diplomacy to navigate international relations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define realism in the context of international relations.

    <p>A theory that emphasizes the importance of power, security, and national interests in shaping international relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is multilateralism in the context of international relations?

    <p>The practice of cooperation among multiple states, often through international organizations like the United Nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do political systems refer to?

    <p>The structures and processes through which a society is governed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Molecular Biology

    • DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries genetic information in all living organisms.
    • DNA encodes specific traits or characteristics.

    Nervous System

    • The neuron is the fundamental cell of the nervous system that transmits electrical signals to other cells.

    Biotechnology

    • Genetic engineering involves the manipulation of an organism's genes to create new traits or characteristics.
    • Bioremediation is the biotechnology concept that involves the use of biological processes to clean up environmental pollutants.

    Cell Biology

    • Cell biology is the branch of biology that deals with the structure, function, and behavior of cells.
    • Cells use hormones to communicate with each other, regulating various cellular processes.

    Ecology

    • Ecology is the field of study that focuses on the interactions between organisms and their environment.
    • An ecosystem is a group of interacting organisms in a particular habitat.

    Political Science

    • Autocracy is a political system characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of a leader or small elite.
    • World War II was the global conflict that took place from 1939 to 1945 and involved the majority of the world's nations.
    • Ancient Greece is known for its philosophy, democracy, and theatrical arts.
    • The system of government in which powers are divided among different branches of government is known as federalism.
    • The United Nations is the international organization established in 1945 to promote peace and cooperation among nations.
    • Democracy is a form of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives.
    • Anarchy in the context of international relations refers to the absence of a central authority or government.
    • Realism in the context of international relations is a theory that focuses on the pursuit of power and security by nations.
    • Multilateralism in the context of international relations refers to the cooperation and coordination of multiple nations to achieve a common goal.
    • Political systems refer to the structures and institutions that govern a society.

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