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Which branch of biology focuses on the study of fishes?
Which branch of biology focuses on the study of fishes?
What does biochemistry primarily explain?
What does biochemistry primarily explain?
Which branch of biology deals with the study of worms?
Which branch of biology deals with the study of worms?
Which field of study encompasses algae?
Which field of study encompasses algae?
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What aspect does physiology study?
What aspect does physiology study?
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What is the primary purpose of reproduction in organisms?
What is the primary purpose of reproduction in organisms?
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Which characteristic of life involves responding to environmental changes?
Which characteristic of life involves responding to environmental changes?
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What process allows organisms to maintain stable internal conditions?
What process allows organisms to maintain stable internal conditions?
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What does growth in organisms refer to?
What does growth in organisms refer to?
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Why is energy processing essential for organisms?
Why is energy processing essential for organisms?
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What is the smallest functional unit of life?
What is the smallest functional unit of life?
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Which process completely eliminates all forms of microorganisms?
Which process completely eliminates all forms of microorganisms?
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What defines an organ in biological terms?
What defines an organ in biological terms?
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Which of the following statements about disinfection is true?
Which of the following statements about disinfection is true?
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In which of the following scenarios would sterilization be most appropriate?
In which of the following scenarios would sterilization be most appropriate?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Life
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Sensitivity or Response to Stimuli: Organisms react to environmental changes, crucial for survival and adaptation. This includes responses to light, temperature, sound, touch, and chemicals.
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Reproduction: Organisms can reproduce, ensuring genetic transfer to offspring, which is vital for species continuity and survival.
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Growth and Development: Involves both increase in size/mass (growth) and structural/function changes (development), enabling adaptation to various environments.
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Homeostasis: The ability to maintain internal stability despite external changes is essential for survival, regulating crucial internal functions within narrow limits.
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Energy Processing: Organisms utilize energy for physiological activities, essential for supporting biological functions.
Branches of Biology
- Helminthology (⚪️): Study of worms.
- Ornithology (🐦): Study of birds.
- Arachnology (❤️): Study of arachnids (eight-legged organisms).
- Biochemistry (🧬): Examines chemical reactions in living organisms.
- Organology (⚪️): Focuses on organs within organisms.
- Physiology (➡️): Studies functions and processes of organs.
- Evolution (➡️): Focus on the change in species over time.
- Systematics (⬅️): Concerned with naming and classifying organisms.
- Natural History (😮): Study of living things and their environments.
- Phycology (⬜️): Study of algae.
- Dendrology (❌): Study of trees.
- Malacology (🌟): Study of mollusks.
- Ichthyology (🔼): Study of fishes.
- Mammalogy (💎): Study of mammals.
- Microbiology (🔽): Study of microorganisms.
Levels of Biological Organization
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Chemical: Atoms and molecules are the basic units of life (e.g., carbohydrates, proteins).
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Cell: The smallest functional unit of life, exemplified by skin cells.
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Organ: Composed of tissue groups performing specialized functions (e.g., lungs and heart).
Sterilization vs Disinfection
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Sterilization: A process that completely eradicates all life forms, including bacteria and viruses; important in medical settings (e.g., surgical tools, food processing for canned goods).
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Disinfection: Reduces harmful microorganisms significantly but does not eliminate all; used in cleaning surfaces and sanitizing food.
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This quiz explores the essential characteristics of life, focusing on sensitivity to stimuli and reproduction. Understand how these traits contribute to the survival and adaptation of living organisms. Test your knowledge of the fundamental processes that define life.
