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What did merchants substitute for quina-quina bark?
What did merchants substitute for quina-quina bark?
The bark of cinchona was originally used to treat fevers before it was known to treat malaria.
The bark of cinchona was originally used to treat fevers before it was known to treat malaria.
True
What organism was named as the cause of malaria?
What organism was named as the cause of malaria?
Plasmodium
Quinine, found in cinchona bark, is effective in treating __________.
Quinine, found in cinchona bark, is effective in treating __________.
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Match the following observations about malaria:
Match the following observations about malaria:
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What year did Laveran begin to search for the cause of malaria?
What year did Laveran begin to search for the cause of malaria?
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Scientists immediately accepted Laveran's discovery of Plasmodium.
Scientists immediately accepted Laveran's discovery of Plasmodium.
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What hypothesis did scientists make regarding Plasmodium?
What hypothesis did scientists make regarding Plasmodium?
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What is the primary goal of taxonomy?
What is the primary goal of taxonomy?
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Systematics deals only with the classification of organisms.
Systematics deals only with the classification of organisms.
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What term is used to describe the largest taxon in biological classification?
What term is used to describe the largest taxon in biological classification?
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A _______ is a group of related classes in biological classification.
A _______ is a group of related classes in biological classification.
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Which of the following is a correct sequence in the taxonomic hierarchy?
Which of the following is a correct sequence in the taxonomic hierarchy?
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Sparrows are more closely related to insects than to pigeons.
Sparrows are more closely related to insects than to pigeons.
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How does modern genetics contribute to taxonomy?
How does modern genetics contribute to taxonomy?
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Match the following taxonomic categories with their definitions:
Match the following taxonomic categories with their definitions:
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What was the only effective remedy for malaria from the 17th to the 20th century?
What was the only effective remedy for malaria from the 17th to the 20th century?
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Ronald Ross only conducted experiments using humans to prove that mosquitoes spread malaria.
Ronald Ross only conducted experiments using humans to prove that mosquitoes spread malaria.
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What type of mosquito was first allowed to bite a malarial patient by Ronald Ross?
What type of mosquito was first allowed to bite a malarial patient by Ronald Ross?
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The plural of Plasmodium is called __________.
The plural of Plasmodium is called __________.
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Match the following mosquito types with their associated diseases:
Match the following mosquito types with their associated diseases:
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What did Ronald Ross find in the mosquito's salivary glands after allowing it to feed on a malarial patient?
What did Ronald Ross find in the mosquito's salivary glands after allowing it to feed on a malarial patient?
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Plasmodium can only be transmitted to humans through Anopheles mosquitoes.
Plasmodium can only be transmitted to humans through Anopheles mosquitoes.
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What was the control group in the experiments conducted by Ronald Ross?
What was the control group in the experiments conducted by Ronald Ross?
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What step comes after recognizing a biological problem?
What step comes after recognizing a biological problem?
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Qualitative observations are considered more accurate than quantitative observations.
Qualitative observations are considered more accurate than quantitative observations.
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What are the five senses used in making observations?
What are the five senses used in making observations?
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In biology, a biological problem is a question related to ________ organisms.
In biology, a biological problem is a question related to ________ organisms.
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Match the types of observations with their definitions:
Match the types of observations with their definitions:
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What is the benefit of the biological method in data collection?
What is the benefit of the biological method in data collection?
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Experimentation is the final step in solving a biological problem?
Experimentation is the final step in solving a biological problem?
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Name one method biologists use to develop a hypothesis.
Name one method biologists use to develop a hypothesis.
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What is the basic unit of classification?
What is the basic unit of classification?
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Members of lower taxon resemble one another more than those of a higher taxon.
Members of lower taxon resemble one another more than those of a higher taxon.
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What is the genus of the human species?
What is the genus of the human species?
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A cross between a male donkey and a female horse produces a _____, which is an infertile offspring.
A cross between a male donkey and a female horse produces a _____, which is an infertile offspring.
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Match the following organisms with their respective genera:
Match the following organisms with their respective genera:
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Which of the following statements regarding species is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding species is correct?
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The classification of organisms is irrelevant to the understanding of biodiversity.
The classification of organisms is irrelevant to the understanding of biodiversity.
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In terms of classification, what taxon do peas belong to?
In terms of classification, what taxon do peas belong to?
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Which of the following organisms is an example of multicellular organization?
Which of the following organisms is an example of multicellular organization?
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Volvox is a unicellular organism that shows colonial organization.
Volvox is a unicellular organism that shows colonial organization.
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What type of organization does a mustard plant exhibit?
What type of organization does a mustard plant exhibit?
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The scientific name of the mustard plant is _______.
The scientific name of the mustard plant is _______.
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Which part of the mustard plant is involved in sexual reproduction?
Which part of the mustard plant is involved in sexual reproduction?
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In colonial organization, all unicellular organisms depend on each other for survival.
In colonial organization, all unicellular organisms depend on each other for survival.
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Name a common example of a unicellular organism.
Name a common example of a unicellular organism.
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Match the following organisms with their type of organization:
Match the following organisms with their type of organization:
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Study Notes
Introduction to Biology
- Biology is the scientific study of life
- The word "biology" comes from Greek words 'bios' (life) and 'logos' (thought or reasoning)
- It involves observation, experiments, and logical conclusions to understand nature's principles
Divisions and Branches of Biology
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Zoology: The study of animals
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Botany: The study of plants
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Microbiology: The study of microorganisms (bacteria, etc.)
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Morphology: The study of form and structure of living organisms
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Molecular Biology/Biochemistry: The study of life's molecules (water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids)
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Anatomy: The study of internal structures
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Histology: Microscopic study of tissues
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Cell Biology: The study of cell structures and functions, including cell division
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Physiology: The study of the functions of different parts of organisms
Other Branches of Biology
- Genetics: The study of genes and inheritance
- Embryology: The study of embryo development
- Taxonomy: The naming and classification of organisms
- Palaeontology: The study of fossils (remains of extinct organisms)
- Environmental Biology: The study of interactions between organisms and their environment
- Socio-biology: The study of social behavior in animal societies
- Parasitology: The study of parasites
- Biotechnology: The practical use of living organisms for making useful substances
- Immunology: The study of the immune system that defends the body
- Entomology: The study of insects
- Pharmacology: The study of drugs and their effects
Relationship of Biology to Other Sciences
- Biophysics: Applying physics principles to biological phenomena
- Biochemistry: Applying chemistry principles to biological organisms
- Biomathematics/Biometry: Using mathematics in the study of biological systems (analyzing experimental data)
Careers in Biology
- Medicine/Surgery: Diagnosis and treatment of diseases, including surgery
- Fisheries: The professional study of fish production.
- Agriculture: The study and management of food crops/animals.
- Animal Husbandry: The care and breeding of domestic animals
- Horticulture: The art of gardening and ornamental plants
- Farming: The development and maintenance of farms
- Forestry: The professional study of natural forests and artificial forests
Biotechnology
- The latest branch of biology
- Studying and using microorganisms to create useful products.
Quran and Biology
- The Quran includes hints about living organisms' origin and characteristics.
- Water is the common origin of all living things
- Humans are instructed to think about living things to understand their nature.
Levels of Organization
- Subatomic and Atomic level: Elements, atoms, subatomic particles (electrons, protons, neutrons)
- Molecular level: Stable particles formed through bonds (molecules, biomolecules)
- Organelle and Cell level: Specialized sub-cellular structures, such as mitochondria and ribosomes, in cells
- Tissue level: Similar cells forming groups for specific functions
- Organ and Organ system level: Tissues working together to form organs and organ systems for complex functions
- Individual level: Combination of organs and systems to form an individual organism
- Population level: A group of organisms of the same species living at the same time and place
- Community level: Assemblage of different interacting populations in the same environment
- Biosphere level: All ecosystems and the zone of life on earth
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