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Natural selection leads to the survival and reproduction of organisms with advantageous traits.

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Adaptations are traits that are acquired during an organism's lifetime and cannot be inherited.

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Predation, competition, and symbiosis are examples of interactions studied in ecology.

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Speciation refers to the process of extinction of existing species.

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The immune system is responsible for regulating many functions in the body.

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Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Botany is the branch of biology focused on the study of fungi.

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DNA carries instructions for the development and functioning of all known organisms.

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Mendelian genetics only describes the complex interactions of multiple genes.

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Chloroplasts are found in animal cells and are essential for energy production.

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Ecology examines the interactions between organisms and their environment.

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Evolution refers to the processes through which species remain unchanged over time.

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Ribonucleic acid (RNA) plays a crucial role in the process of protein synthesis.

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What is Biology?

The study of life, encompassing the smallest microorganisms to the largest ecosystems.

What are the characteristics of living organisms?

Living organisms are organized, grow, adapt, respond to stimuli, reproduce, maintain internal balance, and use energy for metabolism.

What is Cell Biology?

The study of the structure and function of cells, the basic units of life.

What is Genetics?

The study of heredity and the transmission of traits from one generation to the next.

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What is Molecular Biology?

The study of the molecular basis of biological activity, including DNA, RNA, and proteins.

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What is Evolution?

The process by which species change over time, driven by natural selection.

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What are Prokaryotic Cells?

Simple cells lacking a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, like bacteria.

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What are Eukaryotic Cells?

Complex cells possessing a nucleus and various membrane-bound organelles, like animal and plant cells.

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Natural Selection

The process by which organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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Adaptations

Inherited traits that help an organism survive and reproduce in its specific environment.

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Ecology

Study of how organisms interact with each other and their environment.

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Species

A group of organisms that can reproduce with each other and produce fertile offspring.

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Human Biology

The study of the structure, function, and development of the human body.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Biology

  • Biology is the scientific study of life, encompassing a wide variety of topics from microorganisms to ecosystems.
  • Key characteristics of living organisms include: organization, metabolism, growth, adaptation, response to stimuli, reproduction, and homeostasis.
  • Biology examines the diversity of life and relationships between organisms and their environment.

Branches of Biology

  • Cell Biology: Studies the structure and function of cells—fundamental units of life.
  • Genetics: Focuses on heredity and trait transmission across generations.
  • Molecular Biology: Explores the molecular basis of biological activity, including DNA, RNA, and proteins.
  • Evolutionary Biology: Studies the processes and history of life on Earth's evolution.
  • Ecology: Examines interactions between organisms and their environment.
  • Physiology: Studies the functions of living organisms and their systems.
  • Botany: Focuses on the study of plants.
  • Zoology: Studies animals and animal life.
  • Microbiology: Focuses on microscopic organisms like bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Cellular Structure and Function

  • Cells are the basic units of life.
  • Prokaryotic cells are simple, lacking a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles; bacteria are an example.
  • Eukaryotic cells are complex, possessing a nucleus and numerous membrane-bound organelles; animal and plant cells are examples.
  • Key organelles include: nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, vacuoles, and chloroplasts (plant cells).
  • Each organelle plays a specific role in cell activities, such as energy production, protein synthesis, and waste management.

Genetics

  • Genes are DNA segments that carry protein building instructions.
  • DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) carries instructions for all known organisms' development, functioning, growth, and reproduction.
  • RNA (ribonucleic acid) plays a crucial role in protein synthesis as a messenger.
  • Genes determine traits exhibited in organisms.
  • Mutations in genes cause variations in traits.
  • Inheritance patterns are studied using Punnett squares.
  • Mendelian genetics describes basic inheritance patterns.

Evolution

  • Evolution is species' change over time.
  • Natural selection is a key evolutionary mechanism favoring organisms with advantageous traits for survival and reproduction.
  • Adaptations are inherited traits enhancing survival and reproduction in specific environments.
  • The fossil record shows evidence of past life forms and evolutionary changes.
  • Common ancestry explains shared traits among different life forms.
  • Speciation is the formation of new species.

Ecology

  • Ecology studies interactions between organisms and their environment.
  • Interactions include predation, competition, and symbiosis (mutualism, commensalism, parasitism).
  • Ecosystems are intricate systems with interactions amongst species and their environment.
  • Energy flows through food chains and food webs.
  • Biomes are major ecological communities with similar climates and organisms.
  • Human impacts on ecosystems include pollution, habitat loss, and climate change.

Human Biology

  • Human biology studies human body structure, function, and development.
  • Human body organs are detailed, including their roles in digestion, respiration, circulation, and excretion.
  • The nervous system coordinates responses to stimuli.
  • The endocrine system regulates many body functions.
  • The immune system defends against disease-causing agents.
  • Human health studies disease, immunity, and treatment.

Molecular mechanisms in biology

  • Protein and enzyme structures and functions are fundamental.
  • Protein synthesis involves DNA, RNA, and ribosomes.
  • Gene expression and cellular process regulation are key.
  • Hormones and signaling pathways play crucial roles in human biology.

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