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"Collared lizard males exhibit a wide range of color variations." This is a(n) ______.
"Collared lizard males exhibit a wide range of color variations." This is a(n) ______.
observation
Is it reasonable to conclude that female collared lizards prefer more brightly colored male lizards over dull-colored males?
Is it reasonable to conclude that female collared lizards prefer more brightly colored male lizards over dull-colored males?
- Yes, this conclusion is supported by the data. (correct)
- The data do not clearly indicate a preference one way or the other.
- There is no way to conclude anything from this data.
- No, this conclusion is not supported by the data.
A hypothesis is a(n) ______.
A hypothesis is a(n) ______.
tentative explanation
A theory is ____.
A theory is ____.
DNA is composed of _____.
DNA is composed of _____.
Energy is incorporated into most ecosystems by _____.
Energy is incorporated into most ecosystems by _____.
Eukaryotic organisms that decompose dead organisms and absorb the nutrients are generally found in which kingdom?
Eukaryotic organisms that decompose dead organisms and absorb the nutrients are generally found in which kingdom?
Evolution by natural selection was formulated by _____.
Evolution by natural selection was formulated by _____.
How do hypotheses differ from theories?
How do hypotheses differ from theories?
Humans are composed of ______ cells.
Humans are composed of ______ cells.
In which group can multicellular photosynthetic organisms be found?
In which group can multicellular photosynthetic organisms be found?
Science itself is capable of ____.
Science itself is capable of ____.
The DNA of a eukaryotic cell is found within the ______.
The DNA of a eukaryotic cell is found within the ______.
The best method for determining whether bean plants require sodium is to _____.
The best method for determining whether bean plants require sodium is to _____.
What accounts for the different breeds of domesticated dogs?
What accounts for the different breeds of domesticated dogs?
What are the two main processes that ecosystems depend upon?
What are the two main processes that ecosystems depend upon?
What is biology?
What is biology?
What is the difference between a tissue and an organ system?
What is the difference between a tissue and an organ system?
What is the molecular commonality that is the basis of life's variety?
What is the molecular commonality that is the basis of life's variety?
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Study Notes
Observations and Conclusions
- Collared lizard males exhibit diverse color variations, representing an observation in biology.
- Female collared lizards tend to prefer brightly colored males based on data support.
Hypotheses and Theories
- A hypothesis serves as a tentative explanation and is not a definitive conclusion.
- A theory represents a well-supported concept with broad explanatory power.
DNA Composition
- DNA is made up of nucleotides, the fundamental units of genetic material.
- Eukaryotic cell DNA resides within the nucleus.
Ecosystems and Energy
- Most ecosystems incorporate energy predominantly through plants (Plantae).
- Nutrient cycling and energy flow are essential processes in ecosystems.
Biological Classification
- Multicellular photosynthetic organisms belong to the Plantae kingdom.
- Organisms that decompose dead materials and absorb nutrients are classified in the Fungi kingdom.
Evolution and Natural Selection
- Charles Darwin is credited with formulating the theory of evolution through natural selection.
- Different dog breeds arise from artificial selection processes by humans.
Biology Study Focus
- Biology is defined as the study of life in its diverse forms and processes.
- The differences between tissues and organ systems highlight that organ systems comprise tissues.
Research Methodologies
- Testing the requirement for sodium in bean plants is best achieved by growing plants both with and without sodium.
Fundamental Biological Concepts
- The basis of life's variety at a molecular level stems from DNA.
- The relationship between hypotheses and theories illustrates the comprehensive nature of theories compared to hypotheses.
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