Introduction to Biology: The Study of Life and Its Importance

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What is biology mainly concerned with?

The study of outer space

The study of human history

The study of rocks and minerals

The study of life and interactions among living things (correct)

Which field in biology involves the study of the organization and internal structures of living organisms?

Biotechnology

Biochemistry (correct)

Ecology

Botany

In what way is biology important for agriculture?

To understand the formation of rocks

To explore outer space

To improve the quality and quantity of crop production (correct)

To study the history of ancient civilizations

Which field in biology focuses on interactions between living organisms and the environment?

Ecology Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of biology in medicine?

Identifying and curing diseases, producing new medicines and vaccines Signup and view all the answers

Which field in biology focuses on the application of biological processes in industries?

Biotechnology Signup and view all the answers

What skills are involved in scientific investigation in Biology according to the text?

Analytical, critical, and creative thinking skills Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a career related to Biology as mentioned in the text?

Astronomer Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of pharmacology according to the text?

Preparation and dispensing of drugs Signup and view all the answers

Which field primarily deals with the classification of living organisms according to the text?

Zoology Signup and view all the answers

What is the main application of genetics as mentioned in the text?

Prevention of diseases in humans Signup and view all the answers

Which career option involves working with plantations and livestock farms according to the text?

Agriculturalist Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step involved in planning an experiment?

Planting the experiment Signup and view all the answers

Which type of variable is systematically changed to produce an observable event in an experiment?

Manipulated variable Signup and view all the answers

What step involves forming an idea or prediction about the observed phenomenon before conducting tests?

Forming a hypothesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stating the techniques involved in collecting data in an experiment?

To ensure data accuracy Signup and view all the answers

Which step involves organizing the apparatus and materials required for the experiment?

Condorning the experiment Signup and view all the answers

In an experiment, what are responding variables?

Results that can be measured and recorded Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Greek term 'bios'?

Life Signup and view all the answers

If Andrew is interested in life processes in the human body, which area of biology is he interested in?

Physiology Signup and view all the answers

Why is biology important to us?

It helps us to understand interactions between living things and their environment Signup and view all the answers

Which career paths can Siti pursue if she excels in biology?

Nursing, engineering, sports science, and horticultural science Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step a student must take before carrying out a scientific investigation?

Identify a problem Signup and view all the answers

In a scientific investigation where sugar causes bread dough to double in size rapidly, what does this scenario represent?

Theory Signup and view all the answers