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How long ago did life arise on Earth?

  • 2.5 billion years ago
  • 5.5 billion years ago
  • 4.5 billion years ago
  • 3.5 billion years ago (correct)

What is the fundamental unit of life?

  • Cell (correct)
  • Organ
  • Atom
  • Molecule

What term describes organisms that are genetically identical to their parent cell?

  • Multicellular organisms
  • Prokaryotic organisms
  • Unicellular organisms (correct)
  • Eukaryotic organisms

What type of reproduction combines hereditary information from both parents?

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

Which of the following is NOT one of the four conditions that organisms must keep stable or balanced?

<p>Oxygen content (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surrounds all cells?

<p>Plasma membrane (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are specialized structures in cells called?

<p>Organelles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of DNA in organisms?

<p>To code for proteins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the driving force behind evolution according to natural selection?

<p>Natural selection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes organisms that produce their own food?

<p>Autotrophs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT describe a type of heterotroph?

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What essential component do organisms require for metabolic processes?

<p>Energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process involves capturing sunlight and converting it into chemical energy?

<p>Photosynthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines the interactions between organisms and their environment?

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Which of the following statements is true about the size of an organism?

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Which term refers to the sum of all chemical processes in an organism?

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Homeostasis is essential for maintaining which aspect of an organism?

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What are the two primary processes that contribute to the growth of an organism?

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All new cells arise from which type of cells?

<p>Preexisting cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During maturation, how do new cells change?

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What is the term for the process of an organism reaching adulthood?

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What is the role of the independent variable in an experiment?

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What is the term for the measurements obtained from experimental data?

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In a controlled experiment, what must be true about the control group?

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Which of the following groups of biological organization is arranged from simplest to most complex?

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What is the role of dogs in terms of growth and development?

<p>They grow and develop continuously. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about streams is true?

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What best describes a biome?

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Which level of organization is characterized by several populations of different organisms living together?

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What defines an organism in biological terms?

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Which is NOT a characteristic of living systems as mentioned?

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What is the simplest level of life organization that is also the fundamental unit of all living organisms?

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Which of the following characteristics do all living things share?

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What distinguishes living things from non-living things?

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Which of the following correctly identifies a living thing?

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Which option describes how a dog shows the feature of being made up of cells?

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What does it mean for an organism to maintain homeostasis?

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What characteristic of living things allows them to respond to environmental changes?

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Which statement is true regarding non-living things?

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What is the primary reason why streams are classified as non-living?

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What is the simplest level at which life may exist?

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Which of the following correctly describes multicellular organisms?

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What separates a cell from its surroundings?

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What distinguishes unicellular organisms from multicellular organisms?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of all living things?

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All cells perform various jobs, which are referred to as what?

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What type of structures do multicellular organisms form from their cells?

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Which of the following statements about cells is correct?

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What is asexual reproduction?

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How does evolution help us understand organisms?

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What does natural selection mean?

<p>Natural selection is the process through which organisms with favorable traits survive and reproduce to pass on their genes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe coevolution with an example.

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What is the purpose of the scientific method?

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What is defined as the total of all the chemical reactions in an organism?

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What is a hypothesis in scientific research?

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Explain what quantitative data is.

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What biological process allows organisms to mature into adults?

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What term describes a physical or chemical change in an organism's environment?

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What are adaptations?

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What do we call a theory formed after extensive testing and evidence gathering?

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What is the smallest unit that can perform all of life's processes?

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What are groups of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function called?

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What process do organisms undergo to produce new organisms like themselves?

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Which structures within an organ system perform specialized jobs?

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What is essential for a hypothesis to be considered strong?

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In the hypothesis 'If people over 60 consume an apple daily, then they will visit the doctor less frequently,' what do the terms 'apple consumption' and 'doctor visits' represent?

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What is the purpose of writing a null hypothesis?

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Which of the following steps is NOT part of formulating a hypothesis?

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What is an example of phrasing a hypothesis in its 'if-then' form?

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What is the primary difference between negative feedback and positive feedback mechanisms in the context of homeostasis?

<p>Negative feedback stops and reverses changes to maintain stability, while positive feedback amplifies changes, generally destabilizing the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is maintaining homeostasis considered a fundamental characteristic of living organisms?

<p>Homeostasis allows organisms to regulate their internal environment, ensuring optimal conditions for biochemical processes essential for survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how homeostasis is related to the internal environment of an organism.

<p>Homeostasis involves the regulation of internal conditions, such as temperature and pH, to keep them within tolerable limits for proper biological function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does turgor pressure affect a plant's ability to remain upright?

<p>Turgor pressure helps maintain the rigidity of plant cells, allowing the plant to stand upright by providing structural support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the role of transpiration in regulating a plant's turgor pressure.

<p>Transpiration regulates turgor pressure by controlling the loss of water; if water concentration is too low, transpiration increases to balance it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a plant when its turgor pressure is too low?

<p>When turgor pressure is low, water leaves the cells, leading to wilting and potentially harming the plant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the feedback mechanisms involved in turgor pressure regulation.

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How does a plant's external environment influence its turgor pressure?

<p>The external environmental conditions, such as humidity and availability of water, directly affect the plant's turgor pressure by influencing water intake and transpiration rates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does turgor pressure resemble homeostasis?

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Flashcards

Evolution

Evolution is the change in populations of organisms over multiple generations.

Natural Selection

Natural selection is the process where organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Survival of the Fittest

Organisms with favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, leading to a change in the population over time.

Ecology

Ecology studies the interactions between organisms and their environment.

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Energy for Life

Organisms need a constant supply of energy to carry out life processes.

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Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process where plants capture sunlight and convert it into stored chemical energy as food.

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Autotrophs

Organisms that can make their own food are called autotrophs.

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Heterotrophs

Organisms that cannot make their own food are called heterotrophs. They rely on eating other organisms for energy.

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What is homeostasis?

The ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment, even when the external environment changes.

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What is growth?

The process of an organism increasing in size.

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What are the two main processes involved in growth?

Two processes that contribute to growth are cell division, where a single cell divides into two, and cell enlargement, where individual cells increase in size.

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Where do new cells come from?

All new cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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What is development?

The process of an organism becoming an adult that involves multiple cell divisions and cell differentiation.

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What is a response to stimuli?

A change in an organism's behavior or physiology in response to a stimulus from the environment.

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What is the scientific method?

A structured process of observation, experimentation, and analysis used to investigate and understand the natural world.

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What is a hypothesis?

A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is a cell?

The basic unit of life, found in all living organisms.

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What are unicellular organisms?

Single-celled organisms that are genetically identical to their parent cell.

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What are multicellular organisms?

Organisms made up of many different types of cells working together.

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What are genes?

The instructions within DNA that code for specific traits.

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What is sexual reproduction?

The process where two parents contribute genetic information to create offspring.

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What is asexual reproduction?

The process where a single parent cell reproduces, creating offspring that are genetically identical to itself.

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What is a zygote?

The fertilized egg formed when a sperm and an egg combine.

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What is Biology?

The study of living things.

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What is an organism?

An organism is a living thing. Organisms are made of cells and perform all the functions of life.

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What is the cell theory?

All living things are made up of cells.

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What is evolution?

The process of an organism changing over time, usually in response to changes in the environment.

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What is reproduction?

The process by which organisms produce offspring.

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What is energy use in living things?

The process by which organisms obtain and use energy. All living things need energy to survive.

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What is growth and development?

The ability to grow and develop means that organisms can increase in size and complexity over time.

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What is a tissue?

A collection of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function in an organism.

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What is an organ?

Made up of different tissues that work together for a common purpose, e.g., heart, lungs, stomach.

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What is a system?

A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function, e.g., digestive system, circulatory system, nervous system.

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What is a population?

A group of individuals of the same species living in the same area.

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What is a community?

A collection of different populations of organisms interacting in a specific environment.

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What is an ecosystem?

All the living organisms in a specific area along with the non-living parts of their environment.

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What is a biome?

A large-scale geographical area with similar climate, vegetation, and animal life.

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What is the plasma membrane?

The plasma membrane is a thin, flexible barrier that surrounds a cell, separating its internal environment from the external environment.

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What are the characteristics of life?

The basic characteristics that define life. These characteristics are shared by all living organisms.

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Asexual reproduction

A process where a single parent organism produces offspring that are genetically identical to itself.

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Growth

The increase in size or mass of an organism.

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Obtain and use energy

The process by which organisms obtain and use energy to sustain life.

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Respond to a stimulus

A change in an organism's behavior or physiology in response to a stimulus from the environment.

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Development

The process of an organism changing and developing throughout its life.

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Adaptations

Traits that increase an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is a stimulus?

A change in an organism's internal or external environment that causes a response.

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What is metabolism?

The total of all the chemical reactions in an organism.

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What is a theory?

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that can incorporate facts, laws, inferences, and tested hypotheses.

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What are organ systems?

A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is DNA?

A large molecule containing the hereditary code for an organism.

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What is a research question?

A question that is specific, focused, and can be investigated through research.

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What is a null hypothesis?

A statement that assumes there's no relationship between the variables being investigated.

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What is an independent variable?

The factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment.

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What is a dependent variable?

The factor that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What is negative feedback?

A process that helps maintain homeostasis by reversing a change in the body, bringing it back to its ideal state.

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What is positive feedback?

A process that amplifies a change in the body, pushing it further in the same direction.

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How do pupils control light?

The constriction and dilation of the pupil in response to light changes, regulating the amount of light entering the eye.

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What is a hormone?

A chemical messenger involved in signal transduction, often released by endocrine glands.

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What is signal transduction?

The process by which cells receive and respond to external signals, often through hormones.

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What is turgor pressure?

The pressure exerted by the cell's internal contents against its cell wall, maintaining cell rigidity.

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What is excretion?

The process by which the body eliminates waste products.

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Negative feedback loop

A control mechanism that maintains a stable internal environment by reversing changes.

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Positive feedback loop

A control mechanism that amplifies changes in a system, pushing it further from its set point.

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Homeostasis

The process by which an organism maintains a stable internal environment, even when the external environment changes.

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Pupil regulation

The constriction or dilation of the pupil in response to changes in light intensity.

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Pupil size and light

The amount of light that enters the eye is controlled by the size of the pupil.

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Nocturnal vision

The ability of animals to see in low light conditions.

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Diurnal vision

The ability of animals to see in bright light conditions.

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Homeostasis in organisms

The process of maintaining a stable internal environment, such as regulating body temperature or blood sugar.

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What triggers labor contractions?

The baby's head pressing on the uterine wall triggers nerve impulses that reach the brain, initiating contractions. These contractions increase in strength and frequency, pushing the baby down the birth canal.

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How does the uterus help the baby during labor?

The uterus constricts and relaxes in a rhythmic pattern, allowing the baby to slowly move through the birth canal. This minimizes stress on both the mother and baby.

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What happens after the baby is born?

Strong contractions push the baby out of the birth canal, and the body continues contracting to expel the placenta.

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What type of feedback mechanism is labor?

The process of labor involves a feedback loop where the baby's head pressing against the uterine wall stimulates contractions.

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Why is the feedback mechanism essential in labor?

The feedback mechanism ensures that the labor process is efficient and effective in delivering the baby.

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How do contractions maintain homeostasis during labor?

The rhythmic contractions during labor help maintain homeostasis by regulating the pressure on the birth canal, ensuring a safe delivery.

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What is the role of homeostasis in labor?

Homeostasis during labor ensures that both the mother and baby remain healthy and safe throughout the birthing process.

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Why is labor considered a type of negative feedback?

The rhythmic contractions during labor are a form of negative feedback, as the baby's position triggers the contractions, and the contractions ultimately work to move the baby out of the birth canal.

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What is transpiration?

The process where plants lose water vapor through tiny openings called stomata on their leaves.

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How does transpiration relate to turgor pressure?

Transpiration helps plants maintain a constant water and mineral concentration by regulating the amount of water inside their cells, which in turn affects turgor pressure.

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Turgor pressure

The pressure inside a plant cell that pushes outward against the cell wall, helping to maintain its shape and structure.

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Transpiration

The process by which plants lose water vapor through tiny openings called stomata on their leaves.

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Negative feedback

A mechanism that helps maintain a stable internal environment in an organism by reversing a change in the body, bringing it back to its ideal state.

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Positive feedback

A mechanism that amplifies a change in the body, pushing it further in the same direction.

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Scientific method

A set of steps used to investigate and understand the natural world, including observation, experimentation, and analysis.

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Hypothesis

A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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How Transpiration Relates to Turgor Pressure

The process where plants maintain a constant water and mineral concentration by regulating the amount of water inside their cells, which also affects turgor pressure.

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Labor Contractions

The rhythmic contractions of the uterus during labor, triggered by the baby's head pressing on the uterine wall, help push the baby through the birth canal.

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Why Labor is Considered Negative Feedback

The rhythmic contractions during labor are a form of negative feedback as the baby's head presses against the uterine wall, stimulating contractions, and the contractions ultimately work to move the baby out of the birth canal.

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How Homeostasis is Maintained During Labor

Homeostasis during labor is maintained by the rhythmic contractions of the uterus, regulating pressure on the birth canal, ensuring a safe delivery.

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Scientific Theory

A well-substantiated explanation of a natural phenomenon, supported by evidence and repeatedly tested. It can be revised or overturned with new evidence.

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Scientific Law

A description of a natural phenomenon, often expressed mathematically, but doesn't explain why it occurs.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Biology

  • Life arose on Earth approximately 3.5 billion years ago
  • The first organisms were single-celled
  • Organisms evolve over long periods of time, leading to millions of species today
  • The cell is the basic unit of life, composing all organisms
  • Unicellular organisms are made of a single cell and are genetically identical to their parent cell
  • Multicellular organisms are composed of many different types of cells
  • Most cells are small
  • Cells are highly organized
  • Specialized structures within cells are called organelles
  • The plasma membrane surrounds all cells
  • All cells contain genetic instructions in DNA
  • Organisms maintain stable internal conditions called homeostasis
  • Organisms need food, water, and shelter to survive
  • Reproduction is necessary for a species to continue, with offspring inheriting traits
  • Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) contains instructions (genes) for proteins necessary for life
  • Somatic cells have a full set of genes/hereditary material, necessary for their function
  • Sexual reproduction involves combining genetic material from both parents, leading to a fertilized egg (zygote)
  • Asexual reproduction involves one parent, resulting in genetically identical offspring

Matter, Energy, and Organization

  • Organisms require a consistent supply of energy
  • The sun directly or indirectly provides the energy for all living things
  • Photosynthesis converts sunlight into stored chemical energy
  • Autotrophs can produce their own food
  • Phototrophs use solar energy to produce food (e.g., photosynthesis)
  • Chemotrophs use chemicals for energy
  • Heterotrophs cannot make their own food, obtaining energy from other organisms (e.g., herbivores, carnivores, omnivores)
  • Organism size depends on the number of cells, not cell size
  • Organelles are cell structures with specific functions
  • Metabolism is the sum of all chemical processes in an organism
  • Energy is essential for growth and reproduction

Scientific Method

  • The scientific method begins with observations of the natural world
  • Scientists formulate hypotheses based on observations to explain events
  • Hypotheses must be testable and falsifiable through experimentation
  • An experiment includes both a controlled group and experimental group
  • Factors differing between the control and experimental groups are called independent variables
  • Measured factors are called dependent variables
  • Experimentation data is often organized into tables, charts, or graphs
  • Scientific theories can be developed from many related hypotheses that have been extensively tested and supported
  • Scientists compare their work with others
  • Scientific work is often available as published papers in journals or presented at scientific meetings.
  • Data collected during experiments can be numerical (quantitative), or descriptive (qualitative)
  • Sampling may be necessary when populations are too large for testing
  • Data collection and analysis are important for drawing conclusions

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Test your understanding of the fundamental concepts in biology, from the origin of life to the organization of cells and energy requirements of organisms. This quiz covers essential topics, including unicellular and multicellular life, homeostasis, and photosynthesis.

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