Biophysics Overview

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What is the main focus of biophysics?

  • Investigating the physical underpinnings of biomolecular phenomena
  • Understanding the interactions between DNA, RNA, and protein biosynthesis
  • Applying traditional physics methods to study biological phenomena (correct)
  • Studying physical quantities in biological systems

Which scientific fields share significant overlap with biophysics?

  • Physical chemistry and nanotechnology
  • Computational biology and biomechanics
  • Developmental biology and systems biology
  • All of the above (correct)

Who originally introduced the term 'biophysics'?

  • Karl Pearson (correct)
  • Gregor Mendel
  • Charles Darwin
  • Louis Pasteur

What do scientists in molecular biophysics seek to understand?

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Which biological sciences also perform research on the biophysical properties of living organisms?

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