History of Biology in the 19th Century
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What does the study of Biology focus on?

  • The study of astronomical bodies
  • The study of physical matter
  • The study of life and living organisms (correct)
  • The study of chemical reactions

    • Where did life on Earth evolve from?

  • High temperature and poisonous gases
  • The Big Bang Theory explosion
  • The formation of Earth
  • Chemical reactions and gradual changes (correct)

    • What is an organism in Biology?

  • A non-living entity
  • A living entity consisting of one or more cells (correct)
  • An inanimate object
  • An entity made only of cells

    • How can Biology be defined based on its Greek roots?

    <p>&quot;Study of life and living organisms&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory does the text mention regarding the origin of the universe?

    <p>Big Bang Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key concept mentioned in the text regarding the evolution of life on Earth?

    <p>Evolution from chemical reactions and gradual changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the discovery of cells?

    <p>Robert Hooke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of biology studies microscopic organisms?

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

    What is the study of bacteria called?

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

    Which subdivision of biology focuses on the study of birds?

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

    What field blends engineering principles with medicine and biology for healthcare purposes?

    <p>Biomedical Engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of medicine focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in animals?

    <p>Veterinary Medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis?

    <p>A proposed explanation for observed phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the null hypothesis regarding echinacea and the common cold?

    <p>Echinacea has no effect on the common cold symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of formulating a hypothesis?

    <p>To develop a proposed explanation for observed phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of devising a testable prediction based on a hypothesis?

    <p>To guide the experimental process and evaluate the hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In basic science, what aspect does it primarily deal with?

    <p>Living organisms and their interactions with each other and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the null hypothesis in relation to echinacea and the common cold symptoms?

    <p>Echinacea has no impact on common cold severity or duration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Forensic Science?

    <p>Applying scientific principles to investigate crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field combines computer science, statistics, mathematics, and engineering to study biological data?

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

    What characteristics must be present for something to be considered living?

    <p>Organization, Adaptation, Response, Growth and Development, Regulation, Energy Processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an adaptation in organisms referring to?

    <p>Becoming adjusted to an environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In multicellular organisms, what collaborates to create organs?

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

    What do organs work together to form in living systems?

    <p>Organ Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an organism maintaining constant internal conditions despite outside changes?

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

    Which process involves making the next generation and can be sexual or asexual?

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

    What is the primary advantage of sexual reproduction?

    <p>Results in genetically unique offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about asexual reproduction?

    <p>Results in offspring genetically identical to parent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves the fusion of gametes from two parents?

    <p>Sexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to all organisms using a source of energy for their metabolic activities?

    <p>Energy processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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