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The Study of Life

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Scientific Method

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method of research with defined steps that include observation, formulation of a hypothesis, testing, and confirming or falsifying the hypothesis

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Hypothesis

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Explanation for an event, which can be tested.

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Theory

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Tested and confirmed explanation for observations or phenomena

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Abstract

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opening section of a scientific paper that summarizes the research and conclusions

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Applied science

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form of science that aims to solve real world problems

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Atom

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smallest and most fundamental unit of matter

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Basic science

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science that seeks to expand knowledge and understanding regardless of the short-term application of that knowledge

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Biochemistry

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study of the chemistry of biological
organisms

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Biosphere

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collection of all the ecosystems on Earth

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Cell

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Cells are the lowest level of biological organization that can survive and reproduce.
•Many single cells, such as bacteria and protozoans, exist as unicellular organisms.
•Multicellular organisms, such as plants and animals, are made up of groups of interdependent cells.

smallest fundamental unit of structure and function in living things

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Community

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set of populations inhabiting a particular area

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Conclusion

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section of a scientific paper that summarizes the importance of the experimental findings

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Control

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part of an experiment that does not change during
the experiment

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deductive reasoning

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form of logical thinking that uses a general inclusive statement to forecast specific results

example:
Major premise: All mammals have backbones. Minor premise: Humans are mammals. Conclusion: Humans have backbones.

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descriptive science

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(also, discovery science) form of science
that aims to observe, explore, and investigate

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Discussion

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section of a scientific paper in which the author interprets experimental results, describes how variables may be related, and attempts to explain the phenomenon
in question

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Ecosystem

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all the living things in a particular area together with the abiotic, nonliving parts of that environment

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eukaryote

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organism with cells that have nuclei and membrane-bound organelles.

eukaryotic cells contain mitochondrial DNA in addition to nuclear DNA.

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evolution

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the process of gradual change in a population or species over time

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homeostasis

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ability of an organism to maintain constant internal conditions

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hypothesis-based science

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form of science that begins with a specific question and potential testable answers

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Inductive reasoning

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form of logical thinking that uses related observations to arrive at a general conclusion

Darwin’s theory of evolution by Natural Selection is an example of how inductive reasoning can be used to explain complex phenomena. Rather than drawing from general principles, Darwin made a generalization from many specific pieces of evidence including: Comparing the anatomy of different organisms.

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macromolecule

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large molecule, typically formed by the joining of smaller molecules

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microbiology

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study of the structure and function of microorganisms

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molecular biology
study of biological processes and their regulation at the molecular level, including interactions among molecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins
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Molecule
chemical structure consisting of at least two atoms held together by one or more chemical bonds
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Organelle
small structures that exist within cells and carry out cellular functions feeds the need of the cell
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paleontology
study of life’s history by means of fossils
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phylogenetic tree
diagram showing the evolutionary relationships among various biological species based on similarities and differences in genetic or physical traits or both; in essence, a hypothesis concerning evolutionary connections
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Physical science
field of science, such as geology, astronomy, physics, and chemistry, that studies **Non-Living** matter
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Population
all of the individuals of a species living within a specific area
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prokaryote
single-celled organism that lacks organelles and does not have nuclei surrounded by a nuclear membrane. Prokaryotes include Bacteria and Archaea.
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Tissue
group of similar cells carrying out related functions
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Variable
part of an experiment that the experimenter can vary or change
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organ
collection of related tissues grouped together performing a common function
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organ system
level of organization that consists of functionally related interacting organs
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All living organisms
share several key properties such as: order, sensitivity or response to stimuli, reproduction, growth and development, regulation, homeostasis, energy processing
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Hierarchy of living things 12 levels of biological organization
atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Any Mighty Organism Can Typically Organize Organ Systems, Intensely Promoting Community Efforts, Biomes, Biospheres
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Organisms are grouped by
populations, communities, ecosystems, and the biosphere.
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natural science
Life science (as opposed to physical science: study of nonliving things) field of science that is related to the physical world and its phenomena and processes. ie: astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. Relies on the use of quantitative data
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hypothesis-based science
form of science that begins with a specific question and potential testable answers
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Where in a phylogenetic tree would you expect to find the organism that had evolved most recently?
at the branch tips
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The presence of a membrane-enclosed nucleus is a characteristic of
eukaryotic cells
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The smallest unit of biological structure that meets the functional requirements of “living” is the
cell
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A person notices that her houseplants that are regularly exposed to music seem to grow more quickly than those in rooms with no music. As a result, she determines that plants grow better when exposed to music. This example most closely resembles which type of reasoning?
inductive reasoning
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A group of individuals of the same species living in the same area is called a(n)
Population
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Which of the following sequences represents the hierarchy of biological organization from the most inclusive to the least complex level?
biosphere, ecosystem, community, population, organism
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Viruses are not considered living because they
are not made of cells
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The first forms of life on Earth were
microorganisms
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The type of logical thinking that uses related observations to arrive at a general conclusion is called
inductive reasoning
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The process of ________ helps to ensure that a scientist’s research is original, significant, logical, and thorough.
peer review
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order of taxa in biology
Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species,: "Dear King Philip Came Over For Grape Soda" or “Dear Kevin, Please Come Over For Gay Sex”
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processes that define living things
MRS GREN: Movement; Respiration; Sensation; Growth; Reproduction; Excretion; Nutrition
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Emergent properties
Biological molecules (Characteristics) that depend on the level of organization of matter, but do not exist at lower levels, are called emergent properties. Life is thus an emergent property of the organization of cells from matter
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
is a large, **double-stranded, helical molecule** that contains instructions for assembling a living organism from simpler molecules. Deoxyribose is the sugar backbone of DNA
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Metabolism
describes the ability of a cell or organism to extract energy from its surroundings and use that energy to maintain itself, grow, and reproduce.
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photosynthesis
in which the electromagnetic energy of **sunlight is absorbed and converted into chemical energy in biological molecules.**
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Model organisms
Example: Mice have rapid development, short life cycles, and small adult size. Research on these organisms provides insights into biological processes in larger and more complex ones.
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cellular respiration
to break down complex biological molecules with oxygen, releasing chemical energy for cellular activities

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