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What is the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment called?
What is the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment called?
What type of cell lacks a nucleus?
What type of cell lacks a nucleus?
What is the study of the structure and function of biological molecules called?
What is the study of the structure and function of biological molecules called?
What is the process by which water moves through a plant, from the roots to the leaves?
What is the process by which water moves through a plant, from the roots to the leaves?
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What is the study of heredity and variation called?
What is the study of heredity and variation called?
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What is the process by which cells make their own food called?
What is the process by which cells make their own food called?
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What type of molecule provides energy for cells?
What type of molecule provides energy for cells?
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What is the study of the evolution and diversity of life called?
What is the study of the evolution and diversity of life called?
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What is the process by which energy is released from food called?
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What is the study of microorganisms called?
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Study Notes
Branches of Biology
- Botany: study of plants
- Zoology: study of animals
- Microbiology: study of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, etc.)
- Ecology: study of interactions between organisms and their environment
- Biochemistry: study of chemical processes in living organisms
- Molecular Biology: study of structure and function of biological molecules (DNA, proteins, etc.)
- Genetics: study of heredity and variation
- Evolutionary Biology: study of evolution and diversity of life
Cell Biology
- Cell structure: cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, organelles
- Cell function: metabolism, growth, division, response to stimuli
- Cell types: prokaryotic (bacteria), eukaryotic (plants, animals, fungi)
Genetics
- Mendelian genetics: inheritance patterns, laws of segregation and independent assortment
- Chromosomes: structure, function, and variation
- Genes: DNA sequence, expression, and regulation
- Traits: dominant, recessive, and codominant
Evolution
- Mechanisms: natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, gene flow
- Evidence: fossil record, comparative anatomy, molecular biology
- Processes: speciation, adaptation, coevolution
Ecology
- Ecosystem components: biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors
- Energy flow: producers, consumers, decomposers
- Interactions: predator-prey, symbiosis, competition
- Ecosystem types: terrestrial, aquatic, marine
Biological Molecules
- Carbohydrates: structure, function, and importance
- Proteins: structure, function, and importance
- Nucleic acids: DNA, RNA, and their functions
- Lipids: structure, function, and importance
Biological Processes
- Photosynthesis: light-dependent and light-independent reactions
- Respiration: cellular, aerobic, and anaerobic
- Metabolism: catabolism, anabolism, and energy production
- Homeostasis: regulation of internal environment
Branches of Biology
- Botany is the study of plants and their interactions with the environment.
- Zoology is the study of animals and their interactions with the environment.
- Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and other microbes.
- Ecology is the study of interactions between organisms and their environment, including energy flow and nutrient cycling.
- Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes in living organisms, including metabolism and energy production.
- Molecular Biology is the study of the structure and function of biological molecules, such as DNA, proteins, and carbohydrates.
- Genetics is the study of heredity and variation, including inheritance patterns and gene expression.
- Evolutionary Biology is the study of evolution and diversity of life, including mechanisms and evidence.
Cell Biology
- Cells have key structures, including the cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, and organelles.
- Cells have various functions, including metabolism, growth, division, and response to stimuli.
- Cells can be classified as prokaryotic (lacking a nucleus) or eukaryotic (having a nucleus).
Genetics
- Mendelian genetics involves the study of inheritance patterns, including the laws of segregation and independent assortment.
- Chromosomes have a specific structure and function, and can vary in number and composition.
- Genes are composed of DNA sequences and are expressed through transcription and translation.
- Traits can be dominant, recessive, or codominant, and are influenced by gene interactions.
Evolution
- Mechanisms of evolution include natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, and gene flow.
- Evidence for evolution includes the fossil record, comparative anatomy, and molecular biology.
- Evolutionary processes include speciation, adaptation, and coevolution.
Ecology
- Ecosystems consist of biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.
- Energy flow occurs through producers, consumers, and decomposers.
- Interactions in ecosystems include predator-prey, symbiosis, and competition.
- Ecosystems can be classified as terrestrial, aquatic, or marine.
Biological Molecules
- Carbohydrates have a specific structure and function, and are important for energy storage and structure.
- Proteins have a specific structure and function, and are important for enzymes, hormones, and tissue structure.
- Nucleic acids include DNA and RNA, which store and transmit genetic information.
- Lipids have a specific structure and function, and are important for energy storage and cell membrane structure.
Biological Processes
- Photosynthesis involves light-dependent and light-independent reactions, producing glucose and oxygen.
- Respiration involves cellular, aerobic, and anaerobic processes, producing energy for the cell.
- Metabolism involves catabolism, anabolism, and energy production, and is regulated by enzymes and hormones.
- Homeostasis involves the regulation of the internal environment, including temperature, pH, and ion balance.
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Explore the different areas of biology, including botany, zoology, microbiology, and more. This quiz covers the various branches of biology and their focuses.
