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What is the primary focus of biology as a field of study?
What is the primary focus of biology as a field of study?
- The study of life (correct)
- The impact of environment on species
- The history of life on Earth
- The classification of living organisms
Which of the following statements about cells is true?
Which of the following statements about cells is true?
- Every organism has a unique cellular structure.
- All living organisms are composed of at least one cell. (correct)
- Life can originate from non-cellular structures.
- Cells do not play a role in the reproduction of life.
Which attribute of life is primarily responsible for energy transformation?
Which attribute of life is primarily responsible for energy transformation?
- Organization
- Reproduction
- Cellular structure
- Metabolism (correct)
How does a naturalist's worldview differ from a Christian perspective in biology?
How does a naturalist's worldview differ from a Christian perspective in biology?
What role does science play in fulfilling the Creation Mandate according to the content?
What role does science play in fulfilling the Creation Mandate according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT one of the six attributes of life?
Which of the following is NOT one of the six attributes of life?
What concept explains how organisms maintain order in their bodies using energy?
What concept explains how organisms maintain order in their bodies using energy?
What is a key characteristic of the worldview necessary for the study of biology?
What is a key characteristic of the worldview necessary for the study of biology?
Flashcards
What is Biology?
What is Biology?
The study of life. It encompasses all living organisms, from the tiniest microbes to the largest whales.
Worldview
Worldview
A way of seeing and interpreting the world. It shapes our thoughts and actions.
Cells: Attribute of Life
Cells: Attribute of Life
All living organisms are composed of one or more cells, the basic unit of life.
Reproduction: Attribute of Life
Reproduction: Attribute of Life
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Metabolism: Attribute of Life
Metabolism: Attribute of Life
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Organization: Attribute of Life
Organization: Attribute of Life
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Cell Theory
Cell Theory
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Creation Mandate
Creation Mandate
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Study Notes
The Living Creation
- Biology is the study of life.
- A worldview is a way of seeing and understanding life.
- A biblical worldview interprets life through God's creation narrative.
- A naturalistic worldview interprets life without divine intervention.
Objectives
- Define biology.
- Compare how different worldviews interpret biology.
- Explain the importance of a worldview in the study of biology.
- Summarize the six attributes of life.
- Relate life's six attributes to biological structures and functions.
- Identify the sources of energy and information for living organisms.
Essential Question
- What makes something alive?
Six Attributes of Life
- Cells: All living things are made of at least one cell. Every cell, tissue, and system has a specific arrangement of parts.
- Reproduction: Living things reproduce from preexisting cells.
- Metabolism: This is the sum of an organism's chemical processes, including how it uses energy. Examples include photosynthesis, respiration, growth, and movement.
- Organization: Organisms use energy and information to maintain order within their bodies. This order is essential for life.
- Growth: Growth involves assembling parts to form an organism and also replacing worn-out or damaged cells.
- Response: Living things can adapt or change in response to their environment. They cannot exist in a vacuum.
Biology's Foundation
- God's narrative emphasizes the value of human life, created in His image.
- Science is a tool for dominion and service to others.
- Science is not the sole source of ultimate truth.
Energy for Life
- Energy sources for life include food and the sun.
Information for Life
- DNA or RNA molecules store vast amounts of biological information.
- One gram of DNA can store 455 exabytes of data (455 billion gigabytes).
Conclusion
- Something is considered alive if it possesses all six attributes of life.
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