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What is the primary mechanism by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next?
What is the primary mechanism by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next?
What is the term for the process by which a new species emerges from an existing one?
What is the term for the process by which a new species emerges from an existing one?
Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
What is the term for the study of the structure, function, and behavior of microorganisms?
What is the term for the study of the structure, function, and behavior of microorganisms?
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Which of the following is a source of genetic variation?
Which of the following is a source of genetic variation?
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What is the primary function of the cell membrane in eukaryotic cells?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane in eukaryotic cells?
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Which process is responsible for the formation of gametes in eukaryotic cells?
Which process is responsible for the formation of gametes in eukaryotic cells?
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What is the term for the unique role of a species in an ecosystem?
What is the term for the unique role of a species in an ecosystem?
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What is the primary mechanism by which cells respond to their environment and communicate with each other?
What is the primary mechanism by which cells respond to their environment and communicate with each other?
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What is the term for the network of predator-prey relationships within an ecosystem?
What is the term for the network of predator-prey relationships within an ecosystem?
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Study Notes
Genetics
- DNA Structure: Double helix model, composed of nucleotides (A, C, G, T)
- Genotype: Genetic makeup of an individual
- Phenotype: Physical expression of genotype
- Mendel's Laws: Inheritance patterns of traits ( segregation, independent assortment, dominance)
- Genetic Variation: Sources: mutation, gene flow, genetic drift, meiosis
- Genetic Engineering: Recombinant DNA technology, gene editing (CRISPR)
Evolution
- Theory of Evolution: Species change over time through natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, and gene flow
- Natural Selection: Survival and reproduction of fittest individuals
- Speciation: Formation of new species
- Fossil Record: Chronological record of evolutionary history
- Homologous Structures: Similarities between species (e.g., forelimbs)
Microbiology
- Microorganisms: Bacteria, viruses, fungi, protists
- Cell Structure: Prokaryotic (no nucleus) vs. eukaryotic (nucleus) cells
- Metabolism: Energy production, nutrient uptake, waste removal
- Disease Causation: Infection, pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions
- Immune Response: Recognition, activation, and elimination of pathogens
Ecosystems
- Energy Flow: Producers (plants), consumers (herbivores, carnivores), decomposers
- Food Webs: Networks of predator-prey relationships
- Nutrient Cycles: Carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, water cycles
- Ecological Niche: Unique role of a species in an ecosystem
- Biodiversity: Variety of species, ecosystems, and genes
Cells
- Cell Membrane: Semipermeable, regulates transport, maintains homeostasis
- Cell Organelles: Nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, lysosomes, etc.
- Cellular Transport: Passive (osmosis, diffusion) and active transport
- Cell Division: Mitosis, meiosis, cytokinesis
- Cell Signaling: Communication between cells, signal transduction pathways
Ecology
- Population Ecology: Demography, population growth, regulation
- Community Ecology: Species interactions, predator-prey dynamics
- Ecosystem Ecology: Energy flow, nutrient cycling, ecosystem services
- Landscape Ecology: Spatial patterns, habitat fragmentation, connectivity
- Conservation Biology: Preserving biodiversity, managing ecosystems
Water
- Water Cycle: Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, runoff
- Water Quality: Physical, chemical, biological parameters (pH, turbidity, etc.)
- Water Pollution: Sources, effects, and mitigation strategies
- Water Conservation: Efficient use, conservation methods, and policies
- Aquatic Ecosystems: Freshwater, marine, estuarine ecosystems, and their importance
Genetics
- DNA structure consists of a double helix model composed of nucleotides (A, C, G, T)
- Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an individual
- Phenotype is the physical expression of an individual's genotype
- Mendel's Laws describe the inheritance patterns of traits, including segregation, independent assortment, and dominance
- Genetic variation arises from sources such as mutation, gene flow, genetic drift, and meiosis
- Genetic engineering involves recombinant DNA technology and gene editing (CRISPR)
Evolution
- The Theory of Evolution states that species change over time through natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, and gene flow
- Natural selection is the process by which the fittest individuals survive and reproduce
- Speciation is the formation of new species
- The Fossil Record provides a chronological record of evolutionary history
- Homologous structures are similarities between species, such as forelimbs
Microbiology
- Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protists
- Cell structure can be either prokaryotic (no nucleus) or eukaryotic (nucleus)
- Metabolism involves energy production, nutrient uptake, and waste removal
- Disease causation involves infection, pathogenesis, and host-pathogen interactions
- The immune response involves recognition, activation, and elimination of pathogens
Ecosystems
- Energy flow occurs through producers (plants), consumers (herbivores, carnivores), and decomposers
- Food webs are networks of predator-prey relationships
- Nutrient cycles involve the cycling of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and water
- An ecological niche is the unique role of a species in an ecosystem
- Biodiversity refers to the variety of species, ecosystems, and genes
Cells
- The cell membrane is semipermeable, regulates transport, and maintains homeostasis
- Cell organelles include the nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, lysosomes, etc.
- Cellular transport involves passive (osmosis, diffusion) and active transport
- Cell division involves mitosis, meiosis, and cytokinesis
- Cell signaling involves communication between cells and signal transduction pathways
Ecology
- Population ecology involves demography, population growth, and regulation
- Community ecology involves species interactions and predator-prey dynamics
- Ecosystem ecology involves energy flow, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem services
- Landscape ecology involves spatial patterns, habitat fragmentation, and connectivity
- Conservation biology involves preserving biodiversity and managing ecosystems
Water
- The water cycle involves evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff
- Water quality is measured by physical, chemical, and biological parameters (pH, turbidity, etc.)
- Water pollution arises from sources, effects, and mitigation strategies
- Water conservation involves efficient use, conservation methods, and policies
- Aquatic ecosystems include freshwater, marine, estuarine ecosystems, and their importance
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Test your understanding of fundamental concepts in genetics and evolution, including DNA structure, Mendel's Laws, genetic variation, and genetic engineering.
