10 Questions
What is the definition of biology?
The scientific study of life or living things
How do biologists study living things?
By using a scientific method involving asking questions, suggesting possible answers, and testing through experimentation
What are the common characteristics shared by living systems?
Composed of one or more cells, ability to grow and reproduce, transmission of genetic information, need for energy, maintenance of internal conditions, and capability for evolutionary adaptation
What does the scientific study of biology involve?
Studying structures and processes that can be observed and measured using tools and technology
What relationships does Biology have with other fields of natural sciences?
It merges information and tools from all natural sciences
What is the primary component of the rigid cell wall in plant cells?
Cellulose
What pigment enables plant cells to absorb sunlight for photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll
What characteristic distinguishes plants as sessile organisms?
Inability to move by themselves
What type of reproduction is dominant in lower plants such as mosses and liverworts?
Asexual reproduction through spores
What type of cells do plants consist of?
Eukaryotic cells with well-defined nuclei and membrane-bound organelles.
This quiz explores the definition of biology and the study of life. It delves into the common characteristics shared by living systems and the difficulty in objectively defining life in a simple sentence.
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