UNIT 1 – What is Biology? What is biology? the study of living organisms‚ divided into many specialized fields that cover their morphology‚ physiology‚ anatomy‚ behavior‚ origin‚ and distribution. Biotic vs. abiotic factors Biotic- living factors i.e. plants‚ animals‚ fungi‚ bacteria‚ and protest Abiotic- nonliving factors that affect living organisms. Environmental factors: habitat & weather 7 Characteristics of living things (Bio 3 Book Ch. 1) Uni-cellular vs. Multi-cellular Uni-Cellular-
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ECOLOGICAL AND ECONOMICAL IMPORTANCE OF ALGAE Introduction..........................................................................................................2 Physical and ecological features of algae.............................................................4 Size range and diversity of structure.............................................................4 Distribution and abundance...........................................................................5 Photosynthesis and light-absorbing
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Bio 101- Introduction to Biological Sciences I. Brief History of Biology. List down the contribution(s) of the following philisophers/scientists to the science of Biology Pre-historic people: The earliest humans must have had and passed on knowledge about plants and animals to increase their chances of survival. This may have included knowledge of human and animal anatomy and aspects of animal behavior (such as migration patterns). However‚ the first major turning point in biological knowledge
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Lab Manual Introductory Biology (Version 1.4) © 2010 eScience Labs‚ LLC All rights reserved www.esciencelabs.com • 888.375.5487 2 Table of Contents: Introduction: Lab 1: The Scientific Method Lab 2: Writing a Lab Report Lab 3: Data Measurement Lab 4: Introduction to the Microscope Biological Processes: Lab 5: The Chemistry of Life Lab 6: Diffusion Lab 7: Osmosis Lab 8: Respiration Lab 9: Enzymes
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Active Learning Techniques for Biology Creative ways to improve learning outcomes in advanced biology classes Megan Tillery (Patrick Henry Community College) Class Activities that Use Cooperative Learning Most of these structures are developed by Dr. Spencer Kagan and his associates at Kagan Publishing and Professional Development. For resources and professional development information on Kagan Structures‚ please visit: www.KaganOnline.com 1. Jigsaw - Groups with five students are set
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Quiz #1 (Pay attention to the answer key) Question 1 In the scientific method‚ the condition which is deliberately changed is referred to as the D. experimental variable. Question 2 Which of the following is not a step in the scientific method? D. Scientific Law Question 3 When an organism’s DNA is permanently altered‚ we say that it E. mutates. Question 4 Which answer choice is not a defining characteristic of life? C. disorder
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Invertebrate Questions True/False Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ____ 1. The acute senses of arthropods are the result of organs such as compound eyes and antennae. ____ 2. Arthropods have a well-developed excretory system consisting of nephridia. ____ 3. The well-developed arthropod nervous system consists of a double ventral nerve cord‚ an anterior brain‚ and several ganglia. ____ 4. Efficient gas exchange in arthropods is accomplished by tracheal tubes‚ book lungs
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Biol GOD Notes. First Edition 1 L. Leong 2012 Chapter 1: Molecules of Life Cell Theory ∝ All living things are composed of cells and the products of cells ∝ Cells are the basic functional unit of life ∝ All cells arise from pre-existing cells Living Things Unicellular: consisting of one cell Multicellular: composed of many cells ∝ All living things: grow and develop‚ regulate metabolic processes‚ move‚ respond to stimuli‚ reproduce AUTOTROPHS: manufacture their own organic carbon compounds
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Ms. Roberts English II – 10th Grade Cross-Curriculum Vocabulary Math‚ Science‚ Social Studies‚ English *Instructor suggests studying 3-5 words per night in preparation for our weekly tests. 1. Sidle – move sideways‚ especially in a shy or sneaky manner 2. Rifle – search thoroughly or in a rough manner; rifling 3. Doctrine – principle teaching; belief 4. Apprehension – dread; fear of future event 5. Ineffably – indescribably‚ inexpressively 6. Furtive – act as if trying not to be seen 7. Cowering
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LIVING THINGS * All living things come from other living things. * Ex: One single celled organism to another * DNA is copied & passed to offspring * The signature molecule of life * Ex: embryo- cells continually divide & develop EVOLUTION * Why do some organisms seem suited for their environment * Ex: Hummingbird- long beak for nectar in certain flowers * Ex: Cheetahs- take down faster prey * Adaptation- inherited characteristic that
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