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What is the goal of science?

To investigate and understand nature, to explain events in nature, and to make predictions.

What is science?

Science is an organized way of using evidence to learn about the natural world.

What is observation?

Use of one or more of the senses to gather information.

What is data?

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What is inference?

<p>Logical interpretation based on prior knowledge and experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hypothesis?

<p>A proposal intended to explain certain previously known facts or observations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does qualitative mean?

<p>Relating to or involving comparisons based on qualities (such as color, size, font).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does quantitative mean?

<p>Relating to the measurement of quantity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Science can prove anything, solve any problem, or answer any question.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Science is primarily concerned about the natural world.

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

Astrology is a science.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Science always provides temporary answers to questions.

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Science is most concerned with collecting facts.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Science has proved most of the major mysteries of nature.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Scientists often try to prove themselves and others wrong.

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What is a controlled experiment?

<p>A test of the effect of a single variable by changing it while keeping all other variables the same.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a manipulated variable?

<p>Factor in an experiment that a scientist purposely changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a controlled variable?

<p>Factor in an experiment that a scientist purposely keeps the same.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a theory?

<p>A well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of observations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the hypothesis used to form a conclusion?

<p>Data from the experiment is used to either support or reject the hypothesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Redi's findings?

<p>He completed an experiment with meat, and maggots appeared out of 'nowhere' - spontaneous generation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Needham say about Redi's findings?

<p>He disagreed, believing that heat would kill everything in the gravy, but saw activity afterward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Spallanzani prove Needham wrong?

<p>He heated the gravy more and sealed it, proving no 'animals' appeared in sealed gravy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the end, what did Pasteur prove?

<p>He proved that life can only be formed from other life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hypothesis of spontaneous generation?

<p>Living things can be created by non-living things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the eight characteristics of living things?

<ol> <li>Made of Cells 2. Reproduce 3. Based on universal genetic code (DNA) 4. Obtain and use materials and energy 5. Grow and develop 6. Respond to environment 7. Maintain homeostasis 8. As a group, change over time (evolution).</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is sexual reproduction?

<p>Process by which cells from two different parents unite to produce the first cell of a new organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is asexual reproduction?

<p>Process by which a single parent reproduces by itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is metabolism?

<p>Set of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is homeostasis?

<p>Process by which organisms maintain a relatively stable internal environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the levels of biology?

<p>Molecular, cells, tissues, organ systems, organisms, population, community, ecosystem, biosphere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are molecules?

<p>The smallest particle of a substance that retains the chemical and physical properties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are cells?

<p>The basic unit of all living things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is tissue?

<p>A part of an organism consisting of cells having a similar structure and function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organ?

<p>A group of tissues that work together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organ system?

<p>A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organism?

<p>An individual living thing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a population?

<p>A group of organisms of the same species populating a given area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a community?

<p>Populations inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an ecosystem?

<p>Community, together with its nonliving environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the biosphere?

<p>The regions of the surface and atmosphere of the Earth, contains all ecosystems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the metric system?

<p>A decimal system of weights and measures based on the meter and the kilogram and the second.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a microscope?

<p>Magnifier of the image of small objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a light microscope?

<p>Microscope that allows light to pass through a specimen and uses two lenses to form an image.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an electron microscope?

<p>A microscope that uses a parallel beam of electrons to illuminate the object instead of a beam of light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cell fractionation?

<p>Technique in which cells are broken into pieces and the different cell parts are separated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can a light microscope study that an electron microscope can't?

<p>Living things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Goal of Science

To understand, explain, and predict natural events.

Observation

Using senses to collect information.

Data

Information obtained from observations.

Inference

Logical interpretation based on prior knowledge.

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Hypothesis

A proposed explanation for observables.

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Qualitative Data

Information based on qualities (e.g., color, size).

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Quantitative Data

Information based on measurable quantities.

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Controlled Experiment

Experiment testing effects of one variable while keeping others constant.

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Manipulated Variable

The variable that is purposely changed (independent variable).

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Controlled Variable

Factors that remain constant during an experiment.

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Theory

A well-tested explanation that unifies many observations.

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Redi's Findings

Showed that maggots did not spontaneously generate from meat.

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Needham's Argument

Suggested life could arise even in heated gravy.

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Spallanzani's Experiment

Showed that heating gravy properly prevents growth.

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Pasteur's Contribution

Concluded that life arises only from other life.

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Characteristics of Living Things

Made of cells, reproduce, metabolize, grow, respond, maintain homeostasis, evolve.

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Sexual Reproduction

Involves two parents contributing genetic material.

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Asexual Reproduction

Involves a single parent reproducing alone.

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Biological Hierarchies

Levels include molecules, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems, biosphere.

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Molecules

Smallest particle retaining substance properties, made of atoms.

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Cells

Basic unit of all living organisms.

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Tissues

Groups of similar cells performing a function.

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Organ Systems

Groups of organs working collaboratively.

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Population

Individuals of the same species in a defined area.

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Community

Populations of different species interacting in a region.

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Ecosystem

Community and its nonliving environment.

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Biosphere

Regions of Earth that host all ecosystems.

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Metric System

A decimal system of measurement using meters and kilograms.

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Microscope

An instrument to magnify small objects.

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Electron Microscope

Uses electrons for higher resolution images than light microscopes.

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Cell Fractionation

Technique to break and separate cell components.

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Study Notes

The Science of Biology

  • The goal of science is to understand and explain natural events and make predictions.
  • Science is an organized method to learn about the natural world through evidence.

Key Terminology

  • Observation: Utilizing senses to collect information.
  • Data: Information obtained from observations.
  • Inference: Logical interpretation based on prior knowledge and experiences.
  • Hypothesis: A proposed explanation for certain facts or observations.

Types of Data

  • Qualitative: Information based on qualities, like color or size.
  • Quantitative: Information based on measurable quantities, such as counts or measurements.

Scientific Misconceptions

  • Science cannot prove any proposition or solve every problem.
  • Science focuses on understanding the natural world rather than merely collecting facts.

Experimental Concepts

  • A controlled experiment tests the effects of one variable while keeping others constant.
  • Manipulated variable: The variable that is purposely changed (independent variable).
  • Controlled variable: Factors that remain constant during an experiment.

Theories and Conclusions

  • A theory is a well-tested explanation that unifies a wide range of observations.
  • Data from experiments support or reject hypotheses.

Historical Experiments

  • Redi's Findings: Demonstrated that maggots did not spontaneously generate from meat.
  • Needham's Argument: Suggested that life could arise even if gravy was heated, leading to debate over spontaneous generation.
  • Spallanzani's Experiment: Showed that heating gravy properly prevented growth, contradicting Needham's conclusions.
  • Pasteur's Contribution: Concluded that life arises only from other life, debunking spontaneous generation.

Characteristics of Living Things

  • Living organisms are made of cells and possess a universal genetic code (DNA).
  • They reproduce, metabolize, grow and develop, respond to their environment, maintain homeostasis, and evolve over time.

Reproductive Processes

  • Sexual reproduction: Involves two parents contributing genetic material to form a new organism.
  • Asexual reproduction: Involves a single parent reproducing on its own.

Biological Hierarchies

  • Levels include molecules, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems, and the biosphere.

Biology Components

  • Molecules: Smallest particle retaining substance properties, made of atoms.
  • Cells: Basic unit of all living organisms.
  • Tissues: Groups of similar cells performing a function.
  • Organs: Composed of tissues working together.
  • Organ Systems: Groups of organs working collaboratively.

Populations and Ecosystems

  • Population: Individuals of the same species in a defined area.
  • Community: Populations of different species interacting in a region.
  • Ecosystem: Community and its nonliving environment.
  • Biosphere: Regions of Earth that host all ecosystems.

Scientific Tools

  • Metric System: A decimal system of measurement using meters and kilograms.
  • Microscope: An instrument to magnify small objects.
  • Light Microscope: Uses light and lenses to magnify specimens.
  • Electron Microscope: Uses electrons for higher resolution images than light microscopes.
  • Cell Fractionation: Technique to break and separate cell components.

Microscopy Limitations

  • Light microscopes can study living organisms, unlike electron microscopes which require specimens to be dead.

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Test your understanding of the key concepts in biology, including definitions, types of data, and the scientific method. This quiz covers essential terminology and misconceptions that are critical for any aspiring biologist. Challenge yourself to recall fundamental principles from Chapter 1.

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