Genetics and Evolution Basics
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Genetics and Evolution Basics

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What is the primary mechanism by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next?

  • Gene flow
  • Mitosis
  • Meiosis (correct)
  • Genetic drift
  • What is the term for the process by which a new species emerges from an existing one?

  • Speciation (correct)
  • Natural Selection
  • Adaptation
  • Evolution
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

  • Absence of a nucleus (correct)
  • Presence of mitochondria
  • Presence of a nucleus
  • Absence of a cell wall
  • What is the term for the study of the structure, function, and behavior of microorganisms?

    <p>Microbiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a source of genetic variation?

    <p>Genetic drift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell membrane in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Regulation of cellular transport and maintaining homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is responsible for the formation of gametes in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Meiosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the unique role of a species in an ecosystem?

    <p>Ecological niche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which cells respond to their environment and communicate with each other?

    <p>Cell signaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the network of predator-prey relationships within an ecosystem?

    <p>Food web</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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