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Who is recognized as the Father of Genetics?
Who is recognized as the Father of Genetics?
What significant discovery is Joseph Lister known for?
What significant discovery is Joseph Lister known for?
Which branch of biology focuses on the study of plants?
Which branch of biology focuses on the study of plants?
Which scientist accidentally discovered Penicillin?
Which scientist accidentally discovered Penicillin?
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What type of biological study does Histology focus on?
What type of biological study does Histology focus on?
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What principle did Charles Darwin's theory of evolution emphasize?
What principle did Charles Darwin's theory of evolution emphasize?
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Which of the following branches of biology studies genetic variation and heredity?
Which of the following branches of biology studies genetic variation and heredity?
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What significant contribution did Watson and Crick make to biology?
What significant contribution did Watson and Crick make to biology?
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Who is known as the Father of Anatomy?
Who is known as the Father of Anatomy?
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What system did Carolus Linnaeus develop for classifying organisms?
What system did Carolus Linnaeus develop for classifying organisms?
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Which contribution is William Harvey best known for?
Which contribution is William Harvey best known for?
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Which early figure believed diseases were caused by natural phenomena rather than supernatural forces?
Which early figure believed diseases were caused by natural phenomena rather than supernatural forces?
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What significant discovery is attributed to Anton van Leeuwenhoek?
What significant discovery is attributed to Anton van Leeuwenhoek?
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Which scientist is credited with the first anatomical studies through dissection?
Which scientist is credited with the first anatomical studies through dissection?
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Who described the anatomy of the human body through dissection of apes and pigs?
Who described the anatomy of the human body through dissection of apes and pigs?
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What branch of science does biology belong to?
What branch of science does biology belong to?
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Study Notes
Objectives of Biology Lesson
- Understand the branches of biology.
- Trace the significant historical discoveries in biology.
- Appreciate the relevance of biology in everyday life.
Definition of Biology
- Derived from Greek: "bios" (life) and "logos" (study).
- A scientific discipline focused on living organisms.
Key Historical Figures in Biology
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Aristotle
- Greek philosopher known as the Father of Biology and Zoology.
- Pioneered studies on the classification of life forms.
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Hippocrates
- Greek physician recognized as the Father of Medicine.
- Advocated for natural causes of diseases, countering superstitions.
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Claudius Galen
- Greek physician who dissected animals to study human anatomy.
- Discovered that arteries contain blood, correcting earlier misconceptions.
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Andreas Vesalius
- Known as the Father of Anatomy.
- Conducted meticulous human dissections; authored "De Humani Corporis Fabrica."
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William Harvey
- English physician who first described blood circulation.
- Identified the heart's role in blood movement.
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Marcelo Malpighi
- Italian physician who identified capillaries in 1661.
- Advanced understanding of blood circulation.
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Anton van Leeuwenhoek
- First to observe microscopic life forms, including bacteria and sperm cells.
- Regarded as the Father of Microbiology.
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Carolus Linnaeus
- Introduced the binomial nomenclature system for classifying organisms.
- Identified characteristics for systematic naming in taxonomy.
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Charles Darwin
- Considered the Father of Evolution.
- His book "Origin of Species" (1859) presented natural selection theory, unifying biological sciences.
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Gregor Mendel
- Known as the Father of Genetics.
- Conducted pea plant experiments, establishing foundational principles of heredity.
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Joseph Lister
- Father of Aseptic Surgery; promoted sterilization techniques.
- Devised methods to reduce infections in surgical procedures.
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Alexander Fleming
- Discovered penicillin in 1928, marking the first antibiotics’ introduction.
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Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin
- Salk developed the first polio vaccine injection (1955); Sabin created the oral version (1959).
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James Watson and Francis Crick
- Discovered the double helix structure of DNA in 1953, revolutionizing genetics.
Branches of Biology
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Anatomy
- Study of internal structures and parts of living organisms.
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Botany
- Scientific examination of plant life, including growth and reproduction.
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Cytology
- Study of cell structure and function.
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Ecology
- Exploration of organisms' interactions with their environment.
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Evolution
- Study of the long-term changes in organisms over time.
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Genetics
- Examination of genes, genetic variation, and heredity.
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Histology
- Study of tissues and their organization within organs.
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Microbiology
- Study of microscopic living organisms.
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Taxonomy
- Classification and naming of living organisms.
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Zoology
- Scientific study of animal life and behavior.
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Explore the fascinating world of biology through this Week 1 quiz. Test your knowledge on the branches of biology and the key historical discoveries that have shaped the field. Gain a deeper appreciation for the role of biology in our daily lives.
