Chapter 1

Question 1

What does the principle ‘structure determines function’ mean in biology?

Answer 1

It means that the shape and arrangement of biological structures are directly related to their specific functions.

Question 2

What are the levels of biological organization smallest to largest?

Answer 2

Atom, Molecule, Macromolecule, Cell, Tissue, Organ

Question 3

True or False: Atoms are the simplest level of biological organization.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The ______ is the basic unit of life.

Answer 4

cell

Question 5

What is a tissue?

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which level of organization comes after tissues?

Answer 6

Organs

Question 7

What is an organ system?

Answer 7

A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

Question 8

True or False: The function of an organ is unrelated to its structure.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the largest level of biological organization?

Answer 9

Biosphere

Question 10

Fill in the blank: A group of organisms of the same species living in a specific area is called a ______.

Answer 10

population

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a tissue?

Answer 11

Muscle tissue

Question 12

What role do organelles play in cells?

Answer 12

Organelles perform specific functions necessary for the cell’s survival and operation.

Question 13

True or False: The structure of DNA is crucial for its function in heredity.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the relationship between structure and function in enzymes?

Answer 14

The specific shape of an enzyme allows it to bind to substrates and catalyze chemical reactions.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The ______ level of organization includes all living things and their interactions with the environment.

Answer 15

ecosystem

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which level of biological organization directly includes populations?

Answer 16

Community

Question 17

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Answer 17

To regulate what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

Question 18

True or False: All cells have the same structure and function.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

What defines a multicellular organism?

Answer 19

An organism composed of multiple cells that are specialized for different functions.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The ______ level of organization includes different species interacting in a common environment.

Answer 20

community

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of life?

Answer 21

Inability to evolve

Question 22

How do the structures of red blood cells relate to their function?

Answer 22

Their biconcave shape increases surface area for oxygen transport.

Question 23

True or False: Cells are the only level of biological organization that can carry out all life processes.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What is the primary function of connective tissue?

Answer 24

To support, bind together, and protect tissues and organs.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The ______ level of biological organization includes both biotic and abiotic components.

Answer 25

ecosystem

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a population?

Answer 26

A group of deer in a forest.

Question 27

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Answer 27

Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Chordata, Order, Family, Genus, Species

Question 28

Define Science

Answer 28

The observation, identification, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of natural phenomena

Question 29

Define Discovery Based Science

Answer 29

The process of collecting and analyzing data w/o a preconceived hypothesis

Question 30

When scientific names are written, both genus and species should be ..... and the first letter of the genus name should be .....

Answer 30

Italicized; uppercase

Question 31

Define Taxonomy

Answer 31

grouping of species based on common ancestry

Question 32

3 Domains Of Life

Answer 32

-Bacteria (prokaryotic) -Archea (prokaryotic) -Eukarya (eukaryotic)

Question 33

Artificial Selection

Answer 33

A human driven form of selection

Question 34

Evolutionary Change occurs by 2 mechanisms:

Answer 34

Vertical descent w/mutation and horizontal gene transfer

Question 35

Vertical descent w/ mutation

Answer 35

transfer of genetic information from parents to offspring

Question 36

Horizontal gene transfer

Answer 36

The distinct process of exchanging genetic information that can occur between different species

Question 37

Define Evolution

Answer 37

Changing genetic composition of population over time

Question 38

Define Diversity

Answer 38

Different forms of unicellular and multicellular life

Question 39

Define Unity

Answer 39

Common characteristics displayed by all forms of life

Question 40

What are the 4 main characteristics of living things:

Answer 40

-The ability to interact w/ environment -Genetic material composed of DNA -The ability to respond to a stimulus -The ability to maintain homeostasis

Question 41

Biology is...

Answer 41

The study of life