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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a theory from a hypothesis?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a theory from a hypothesis?
- A theory requires data replication for validity.
- A theory is based on a single observation.
- A theory is specific to an original question.
- A theory is supported by a larger body of evidence. (correct)
Which domains of life consist of prokaryotic organisms?
Which domains of life consist of prokaryotic organisms?
- Bacteria and Archaea (correct)
- Bacteria and Eukarya
- Eukarya and Fungi
- Archaea and Eukarya
How do scientists primarily validate each other's experimental claims?
How do scientists primarily validate each other's experimental claims?
- By focusing on theoretical implications
- By conducting similar experiments (correct)
- By sharing personal opinions on methods
- By relying only on literature reviews
What role does repeating observations play in scientific inquiry?
What role does repeating observations play in scientific inquiry?
What is a unique feature of the domain Eukarya?
What is a unique feature of the domain Eukarya?
What year did Charles Darwin publish his work on natural selection?
What year did Charles Darwin publish his work on natural selection?
Which observation by Darwin suggests that species are not static but change over time?
Which observation by Darwin suggests that species are not static but change over time?
What does natural selection primarily act upon in a population?
What does natural selection primarily act upon in a population?
How does evolution explain the diversity of life on Earth?
How does evolution explain the diversity of life on Earth?
What role does 'descent with modification' play in evolutionary theory?
What role does 'descent with modification' play in evolutionary theory?
What is a key characteristic of a good hypothesis?
What is a key characteristic of a good hypothesis?
What does the term 'qualitative data' refer to?
What does the term 'qualitative data' refer to?
Which of the following correctly defines the independent variable in an experiment?
Which of the following correctly defines the independent variable in an experiment?
What is the main purpose of an experiment in scientific research?
What is the main purpose of an experiment in scientific research?
What is the importance of the scientific method in research?
What is the importance of the scientific method in research?
Which type of reasoning is used to make conclusions from data?
Which type of reasoning is used to make conclusions from data?
Which statement is true regarding the characteristics of a hypothesis?
Which statement is true regarding the characteristics of a hypothesis?
What aspect of biology does 'genomics' refer to?
What aspect of biology does 'genomics' refer to?
What does the Cell Theory state about living organisms?
What does the Cell Theory state about living organisms?
What distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
What distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
What is the term for the process that describes the transition from DNA to protein?
What is the term for the process that describes the transition from DNA to protein?
Which of the following statements about DNA is correct?
Which of the following statements about DNA is correct?
What is genomics primarily concerned with?
What is genomics primarily concerned with?
How do consumers gain energy in an ecosystem?
How do consumers gain energy in an ecosystem?
What is a defining characteristic of feedback regulation?
What is a defining characteristic of feedback regulation?
What does the study of proteomics involve?
What does the study of proteomics involve?
Which principle explains that each level of biological organization displays a correlation between structure and function?
Which principle explains that each level of biological organization displays a correlation between structure and function?
In terms of biological interactions, what does the term 'self-regulate' refer to?
In terms of biological interactions, what does the term 'self-regulate' refer to?
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Study Notes
Scientific Method
- Science originates from Latin meaning "to know," with a structured approach known as the scientific method.
- Sir Francis Bacon defined the scientific method, emphasizing observation, hypothesis formation, and testing.
- A good hypothesis must be testable, based on prior observations, and cannot be proven true—only tested.
- Controlled experiments involve independent (manipulated) and dependent (measured) variables, producing qualitative and quantitative data.
- Results are analyzed through inductive reasoning, leading to generalizations that may form the basis of theories, which are broader than hypotheses.
Three Domains of Life
- Life is classified into three domains: Bacteria, Archaea (both prokaryotes), and Eukarya (eukaryotes).
- Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms without membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotes contain organelles and include plants, fungi, animals, and protists.
- Phylogenetic tools, such as ribosomal RNA sequencing, illustrate the evolutionary relationships between these domains.
Charles Darwin and Natural Selection
- In 1859, Charles Darwin published "On the Origin of Species," outlining natural selection as a mechanism for evolution.
- Key observations include heritable traits, species variation, adaptation to environments, and the concept of descent with modification.
Properties of Life and Biological Organization
- Life is structured at various levels, from molecules to ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of emergent properties.
- The Cell Theory posits that all living things are composed of cells, the basic units for performing life functions.
- Eukaryotic cells are complex, containing membrane-bound organelles, whereas prokaryotic cells are simpler and lack a nucleus.
Genetic Information and Expression
- DNA houses genetic material in chromosomes, with genes directing organism development through processes such as gene expression.
- Each DNA molecule forms a double helix structure composed of four nucleotides: adenine (A), guanine (G), cytosine (C), and thymine (T).
Genomics and Proteomics
- An organism's genome encompasses its complete genetic instructions, while genomics studies gene sets.
- The proteome refers to all proteins expressed in a cell or tissue, with proteomics focusing on their properties.
Energy and Matter in Biological Systems
- Energy transfer from the sun is fundamental to life, as plants convert sunlight into chemical energy, feeding consumers who derive energy from organic matter.
- Organisms interact within ecosystems, and biological processes exhibit self-regulation mechanisms like feedback.
Feedback Mechanisms
- Feedback regulation can be negative (response reduces stimulus) or positive (end product enhances its own production), crucial for maintaining homeostasis.
Structure and Function Relationship
- Structure and function are intrinsically linked; analyzing a biological structure informs its function, and vice versa, facilitating understanding across diverse organisms, including comparisons across species.
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