Biology for Science Students: Introduction
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Biology for Science Students: Introduction

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things?

  • Absence of cellular structure (correct)
  • Ability to reproduce
  • Response to stimuli
  • Growth and development
  • What do the laws of thermodynamics relate to in living organisms?

  • Energy transformations (correct)
  • Genetic variation
  • Molecular structure
  • Cellular reproduction
  • Which process is responsible for the synthesis of proteins?

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  • Translation (correct)
  • Mitosis
  • Meiosis
  • Which of the following best describes competitive inhibition?

    <p>Inhibitor is chemically identical to substrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about cell division is correct?

    <p>Mitosis is responsible for growth and repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Mendelian genetics?

    <p>Inheritance of traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

    <p>They speed up reaction rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification system includes six kingdoms?

    <p>Six-kingdom system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the total grading is attributed to the final exam?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topic is covered in Week 8 of the course schedule?

    <p>Cellular respiration: harvesting chemical energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the laboratory exercises, which system is NOT mentioned?

    <p>The Skeletal System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the laboratory report regarding histology?

    <p>Epithelial Tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which week is the first midterm exam scheduled?

    <p>Week 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topic falls under the subject of metabolic introduction?

    <p>Cellular respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is associated with both meiosis and sexual reproduction in the course outline?

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

    What is the main focus of Week 12 in the course schedule?

    <p>The Origin of Species and Phylogeny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biology For Science Students (10201119)

    • Course is compulsory for students at An-Najah National University, Faculty of Agriculture and Vet Med, Department of Vet
    • This course provides a comprehensive introduction to biological principles from the cellular level to the ecosystem level
    • Course objectives:
      • Recognize and understand the properties of major biological molecules
      • Understand the characteristics of living things and their classification
      • Understand the function of cellular organelles and cell membranes
      • Understand the laws of thermodynamics and their relation to living things
      • Understand enzyme-catalyzed reactions, including competitive and non-competitive inhibition
      • Understand cellular energy harvesting, photosynthesis, and respiration
      • Understand cell cycles, mitosis, and meiosis
      • Understand principles of Mendelian genetics, heredity, and population genetics
      • Understand protein synthesis and biotechnology
      • Understand systematics and the six-kingdom system of classification
      • Understand biological diversity within prokaryotes
    • Intended learning outcomes:
      • Explain the chemical basis of life
      • Understand the structure and functions of the cell
      • Discuss metabolic processes in living organisms
      • Understand reproductive processes and cell division
      • Understand basic genetics concepts and biotechnology
      • Understand the mechanism of evolution and biological diversity
      • Understand taxonomy, form, and functions of animals
    • Course textbook: Biology, 8th edition by Campell N.A., Reece, J.B., Urry, L.A., Cain, M.I., Wasserman, P.V., Minorsky, P.V., and Jackson, R.B.
    • Course assessment:
      • Midterm Exams (25%)
      • Laboratory reports, quizzes, and final exam (50%)
      • Other criteria (Research, Discussion..etc) (25%)
    • Course delivery:
      • Weekly breakdown of topics:
        • Week 1: Structure and function of large biological molecules
        • Week 2: A tour of the cell
        • Week 3: Membrane structure and function
        • Week 4: The cell cycle and cell division
        • Week 5: Meiosis and sexual reproduction
        • Week 6: An introduction to metabolism
        • Week 7: MIDTERM EXAM 1
        • Week 8: Cellular respiration: harvesting chemical energy
        • Week 9: Photosynthesis
        • Week 10: Mendel and the gene idea
        • Week 11: From gene to protein and regulation of gene expression and biotechnology
        • Week 12: The origin of species. Phylogeny and tree of life.
        • Week 13: MIDTERM EXAM 2
        • Week 14: Bacteria, archaea and protists
        • Week 15: Invertebrates and vertebrates
        • Week 16: Final Exam

    Biology Laboratory (10201120)

    • Covers practical exercises related to the Biology course
    • Exercises include:
      • Introduction and Orientation
      • The Microscope
      • The Cell
      • Cell Division: Mitosis
      • Cell Division: Meiosis and Reproductive Processes
      • The Circulatory System
      • The Respiratory System
      • The Digestive System
      • The Urinary System
      • The Endocrine System
      • Histology: Epithelial Tissues
      • Histology: Connective Tissues
      • Histology: Muscular and Nervous Tissues

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    This quiz covers the fundamental biological principles essential for students in the Faculty of Agriculture and Vet Med at An-Najah National University. It encompasses topics from cellular structures, energy processes, genetics, to ecosystem dynamics. Students will be tested on their understanding of major biological molecules, laws of thermodynamics, enzyme functions, and more.

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