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जैविक प्रक्रियाओं के मूल में कौन सी चीज होती है?
जैविक प्रक्रियाओं के मूल में कौन सी चीज होती है?
1928 में स्थापित चिली बायोलॉजी सोसायटी का पहला नाम क्या था?
1928 में स्थापित चिली बायोलॉजी सोसायटी का पहला नाम क्या था?
पेरोक्सिसोमल उत्पन्नता विकार पर किसका अध्ययन किया गया है?
पेरोक्सिसोमल उत्पन्नता विकार पर किसका अध्ययन किया गया है?
आपतकालीन प्रमुखता में कौन-कौन से तत्व समाहित होते हैं?
आपतकालीन प्रमुखता में कौन-कौन से तत्व समाहित होते हैं?
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सेल जीविका की खोज किस विषय पर फोकस करती है?
सेल जीविका की खोज किस विषय पर फोकस करती है?
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विकास जीविका के विषय में क्या शामिल है?
विकास जीविका के विषय में क्या शामिल है?
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प्रकृति-प्रक्रिया में किसका अध्ययन होता है?
प्रकृति-प्रक्रिया में किसका अध्ययन होता है?
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प्रकृति क्या है?
प्रकृति क्या है?
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न्यूरोसाइंस का मुख्य ध्येय क्या है?
न्यूरोसाइंस का मुख्य ध्येय क्या है?
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प्रौद्योगिकी में मुक्ति प्राप्ति के लिए क्या अनुसंधान करता है?
प्रौद्योगिकी में मुक्ति प्राप्ति के लिए क्या अनुसंधान करता है?
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Study Notes
Exploring the Wide World of Biology
Biology, the study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment, spans a vast array of disciplines and subfields. From the tiniest molecular processes to the complex ecological systems, biology sheds light on life's diverse beauty and intricacy.
A Brief History
The Chilean Biology Society, founded in 1928, and its affiliated journal, Biological Research, were pioneers in publishing original research and advancements in biology. This society, formerly known as the Biological Society of Santiago, played a significant role in the development and promotion of biology in Chile.
Themes in Biology
Molecular Biology
At the heart of biological processes lie the interactions between molecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Molecular biology encompasses the study of these molecules and their roles in cellular functions. For example, research on peroxisomal biogenesis disorders has revealed new insights into the link between cellular organelles and diseases like Zellweger Syndrome.
Genetics
Genetics examines the inheritance of traits, the structure and function of genes, and how genetic information is transmitted from one generation to the next. This field has experienced tremendous growth, with the sequencing of genomes and the identification of genetic loci for traits such as household income and intelligence.
Cell Biology
The study of cells, their structure, and their functions is a cornerstone of biology. Cell biology explores topics such as cellular organization, communication, and the mechanisms that regulate cellular processes like the division and differentiation of cells. For instance, discoveries in cell biology have led to the understanding of how fibroblasts regulate osteogenesis and protect auditory hair cells.
Developmental Biology
Developmental biology investigates the processes that lead to the formation of multicellular organisms. This field includes topics such as embryonic development, organogenesis, and pattern formation. For example, research on endometrial mesenchymal stromal/stem cells has shown their potential in improving regeneration of injured endometrium in mice.
Ecology
Ecology examines the relationships between living organisms and their environment, including the interactions among species and between organisms and their physical surroundings. For example, research on coping with drought in cotton plants explores strategies to improve plant stress resilience and management.
Evolution
Evolution is the process by which species change over time. This field investigates the mechanisms that drive change, including natural selection, gene flow, mutation, and genetic drift.
Neuroscience
Neuroscience focuses on the structure, function, and disorders of the nervous system. This field includes topics such as the development, organization, and function of the brain and nervous system. For example, research on neurons in the primate prefrontal cortex has identified sequential processes involved in decision-making.
Other Subfields
Biology encompasses a wide variety of other subfields, including immunology, microbiology, plant sciences, psychology, stem cell biology, and structural biology, to name just a few.
The Future of Biology
Biology continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advances in technology, such as CRISPR, single-cell sequencing, and computational biology. As new technologies emerge, biologists are poised to explore life's mysteries in ever more detail and to address the challenges faced by life on our planet.
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इस क्विज़ में हम जैविक प्रक्रियाओं की समझ को बढ़ावा देने वाले विभिन्न थीमों के बारे में जानकारी देंगे, जैसे संरचनात्मक जैविक, जीनेटिक्स, कोशिका जीविका, विकासी जैविक, पारिस्थितिकी, और उत्थान।
