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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of all living things?

They are made up of cells.

They obtain nutrients from their environment.

They respond to stimuli.

They can move independently. (correct)

The sum of all processes happening within an organism is called metabolism.

True (A)

What is the name given to anything that causes a response in an organism?

Stimulus

The process by which organisms produce offspring is called [BLANK].

reproduction Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the Roman doctor who studied the human body?

Galen Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms to their respective definitions:

Metabolism = The sum of all processes that occur within an organism Stimulus = A factor that causes a response in an organism Response = A reaction to a stimulus Development = Change in body shape as an organism grows Reproduction = The process by which organisms produce offspring Signup and view all the answers

What profession allowed Galen to observe human internal structures?

Doctor to gladiators (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of development in a frog?

A tadpole losing its tail and developing legs. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Galen believed that the liver was the most important organ in the body because it produced blood.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Growth is only about increasing in size.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between metabolism in plants and metabolism in animals?

Plants produce their own food through photosynthesis, while animals must consume food for nutrients. Signup and view all the answers

Galen believed that nerves were ______ tubes through which a "life force" flowed.

hollow Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ideas about the body with their corresponding views:

The liver heats the body = Galen's view Nerves transmit electrical impulses = Modern scientific view Blood is circulated throughout the body = Modern scientific view The heart pumps blood = Modern scientific view The 'life force' flows through hollow nerves = Galen's view Signup and view all the answers

According to Galen, what was the purpose of the liver?

To heat the body Signup and view all the answers

Galen's theories about the body were accepted and used by doctors for over fifteen centuries.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Galen's approach to studying the human body?

Dissecting human corpses legally (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process that allows for the continuation of a species despite individual organisms dying?

Reproduction (A) Signup and view all the answers

The idea that living things could arise from non-living matter is called spontaneous generation.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of Francisco Redi's experiment with meat in jars?

To test the idea of spontaneous generation. Signup and view all the answers

Redi's experiment involved leaving one jar ______, another sealed shut, and a third covered with a mesh screen.

open Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Adaptation = A characteristic that allows an organism to survive in its environment Spontaneous Generation = The idea that living things could come from non-living things Reproduction = The process of creating new organisms of the same species. Signup and view all the answers

Redi's experiment proved that spontaneous generation was a valid theory.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Describe one example of an adaptation mentioned in the text and explain how it helps the organism survive.

Snowshoe hares growing a white coat of fur in the winter allows them to camouflage with the snowy surroundings, making them less noticeable to predators. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of an adaptation?

A monarch butterfly's wings (C) Signup and view all the answers

The process by which organisms produce offspring is called ______.

Reproduction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes what makes Darwin's finches unique?

They are all different species but have different beak sizes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Darwin's finches are an example of how similar organisms can have different structures to perform the same function.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following finch bill types with their corresponding food sources:

Large, strong bill = Seeds and nuts Long, thin bill = Insects hidden in bark Short, hooked bill = Tree fruit Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of flowers?

Reproduction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of the skin?

Protecting the body from the external environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

The endocrine system is responsible for producing hormones.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main types of glands found in the skin?

Sweat glands and oil glands Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is a structure in the skin that helps regulate body temperature.

sweat gland Signup and view all the answers

Match the following structures to their correct functions:

Skin = Protects the body, senses pressure and temperature Hair = Provides insulation and protection Sweat glands = Regulate body temperature Blood vessels = Transport blood and nutrients to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the integumentary system?

Protecting the body from the environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

The integumentary system is responsible for generating energy for the body.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are organs grouped together into organ systems?

Organ systems work together to perform complex functions that individual organs could not achieve alone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of spiracles in insects?

To allow for gas exchange (D) Signup and view all the answers

All living organisms have the same structures for carrying out essential functions like breathing and movement.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do insects adjust the amount of air entering their bodies?

Insects adjust the size of their spiracles, which are small openings in the sides of their abdomens. Signup and view all the answers

The specific task that a structure performs is called its ______.

function Signup and view all the answers

Match the following organisms with their primary method of movement:

Dolphin = Swimming Tree = Immobile Beetle = Flying Tiger = Walking/Running Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function that living organisms must perform to survive?

Photosynthesis (C) Signup and view all the answers

A fish's scales are considered living tissue.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of an adaptation that helps a fish survive in water.

Examples include: Fins for swimming, gills for breathing underwater, streamlined shape to reduce water resistance. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Galen's Observations of the Human Body

Galen, a Roman physician, observed internal body structures and developed ideas about how the human body worked
He was a keen observer of the natural world
Galen worked as a doctor for gladiators, allowing him to observe wounds and internal organs
This provided him with opportunities to study how blood flowed
Galen's observations led to important discoveries, though some of his ideas seemed unusual in modern times.

Galen's Ideas (Disproven)

Galen believed nerves were hollow tubes carrying a "life force"
He thought the liver was the most important organ, heating the body
These ideas were accepted for centuries but are not considered accurate today.

Living Things Characteristics

Scientists identify six characteristics in living things: made of cells, need energy, grow and develop, respond to environment, reproduce, and have adaptations
All living things (organisms) possess these traits
Non-living things may have some of these characteristics, but not all

Adaptations

Adaptations are traits that help organisms survive in their environment
Example: Snowshoe hares have white fur in winter to blend in with their surroundings, a camouflage adaptation
Organisms can have numerous adaptations depending on their environment and function

Structures and Functions

Living organisms have structures that perform particular functions—the structure is important to the function.
Example: Plants use leaves to gather food and carry out respiration; different animals have different structures for gathering food
Structures can vary greatly between organisms despite fulfilling similar functions.
Example: Birds, whales, and humans all have to move, but their structures are uniquely adapted to their environment, allowing different ways to move (flight, swimming, walking)

Organ Systems

The human body (and other organisms) have organ systems—working together to complete functions (e.g., digestion)
Organ systems include circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, excretory, skeletal, muscular, and integumentary
Each system has specific structures (e.g., heart, lungs, stomach, brain) that perform unique tasks.

Spontaneous Generation

The idea that living organisms can arise from non-living materials
Redi's experiment disproved spontaneous generation with controlled experiments showing that organisms did not arise from non-living things, but came from other organisms

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of all living things?

The sum of all processes happening within an organism is called metabolism.

What is the name given to anything that causes a response in an organism?

The process by which organisms produce offspring is called [BLANK].

What was the name of the Roman doctor who studied the human body?

Match the following terms to their respective definitions:

What profession allowed Galen to observe human internal structures?

What is an example of development in a frog?

Galen believed that the liver was the most important organ in the body because it produced blood.

Growth is only about increasing in size.

What is a key difference between metabolism in plants and metabolism in animals?

Galen believed that nerves were ______ tubes through which a "life force" flowed.

Match the following ideas about the body with their corresponding views:

According to Galen, what was the purpose of the liver?

Galen's theories about the body were accepted and used by doctors for over fifteen centuries.

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Galen's approach to studying the human body?

What is the process that allows for the continuation of a species despite individual organisms dying?

The idea that living things could arise from non-living matter is called spontaneous generation.

What was the main purpose of Francisco Redi's experiment with meat in jars?

Redi's experiment involved leaving one jar ______, another sealed shut, and a third covered with a mesh screen.

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Redi's experiment proved that spontaneous generation was a valid theory.

Describe one example of an adaptation mentioned in the text and explain how it helps the organism survive.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an adaptation?

The process by which organisms produce offspring is called ______.

Which of the following best describes what makes Darwin's finches unique?

Darwin's finches are an example of how similar organisms can have different structures to perform the same function.

Match the following finch bill types with their corresponding food sources:

What is the primary function of flowers?

Which of the following is a function of the skin?

The endocrine system is responsible for producing hormones.

What are the two main types of glands found in the skin?

The ______ is a structure in the skin that helps regulate body temperature.

Match the following structures to their correct functions:

What is the primary function of the integumentary system?

The integumentary system is responsible for generating energy for the body.

Why are organs grouped together into organ systems?

What is the primary function of spiracles in insects?

All living organisms have the same structures for carrying out essential functions like breathing and movement.

How do insects adjust the amount of air entering their bodies?

The specific task that a structure performs is called its ______.

Match the following organisms with their primary method of movement:

Which of the following is NOT a function that living organisms must perform to survive?

A fish's scales are considered living tissue.

Give an example of an adaptation that helps a fish survive in water.

Study Notes

Galen's Observations of the Human Body

Galen's Ideas (Disproven)

Living Things Characteristics

Adaptations

Structures and Functions

Organ Systems

Spontaneous Generation

Studying That Suits You

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