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What are the large molecules that make up the bodies of organisms?
Which theory suggests that life originated from outer planets?
What is the main idea behind the theory of abiogenesis?
Which statement aligns with the Divine Creation Theory?
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Who first comprehensively postulated the theory of abiogenesis?
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Why did the Cosmozoic Theory gain little attention?
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What was Aristotle's view on the origin of specific organisms?
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What aspect of living organisms is NOT considered a general property of life?
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Who proposed the theory of chemical evolution of life in 1924?
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What did the Miller-Urey experiment demonstrate in 1953?
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Which scientist disproved the theory of spontaneous generation alongside Francesco Redi?
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What type of atmosphere did Oparin and Haldane propose for early Earth?
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Which of these gases was NOT part of the Miller-Urey experiment?
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What does a complementary base pairing in DNA ensure?
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How many hydrogen bonds link adenine to thymine in DNA?
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What characterizes the organic molecules formed in the Miller-Urey experiment?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Biology
- Biology is the science of life, leading to a focus on Zoology later in the course.
- Life is complex and cannot be simply defined; organisms display specific properties that characterize living beings.
- Organisms consist of large molecules assembled much like building blocks; key building blocks include:
- Carbohydrates and lipids (energy sources)
- Proteins (catalysts for chemical reactions)
- Nucleic acids (store hereditary information)
Theories on the Origin of Life
- Several theories exist regarding the origin of life.
Divine Creation Theory
- Claims that life was created by God, based on the Book of Genesis.
Cosmozoic or Interplanetary Theory
- Suggests life originated from outer space with protoplasmic spores, advanced by Richter (1865) and Arrhenius (1908).
- Lacks scientific experimentation to support it, thus receiving minimal attention.
Abiogenesis or Spontaneous Generation Theory
- Proposed by Aristotle, asserting that life emerged spontaneously from non-living matter (e.g., rats from rotting meat).
- This theory was disproven by Francesco Redi (1668) and Louis Pasteur (1865).
Chemical Evolution of Life Theory
- Associated with Aleksandr Oparin and J.B.S. Haldane, proposing that life developed in a warm, primordial ocean through chemical evolution.
- Organic molecules formed from non-living materials in a reducing environment, aided by external energy sources like UV radiation.
- Tested through the Miller-Urey experiment (1953), producing amino acids from a mixture resembling early Earth conditions.
Nucleic Acids and DNA Structure
- DNA consists of two complementary strands with specific base pairing:
- Adenine (A) pairs with Thymine (T) through 2 hydrogen bonds.
- Guanine (G) pairs with Cytosine (C) through 3 hydrogen bonds.
- Example of strict base pairing illustrated:
- DNA Strand 1: ATCGGCAACTCGATAGTCATT
- DNA Strand 2: TAGCCGTTGAGCTATCAGTAA
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This quiz introduces you to the fundamental concepts of biology, focusing on the definition of life and the properties that characterize living organisms. As you progress, you will delve deeper into the study of animals, which is a key aspect of zoology. Get ready to explore the fascinating science of life!
