Day 1: Biology SOL Review - Experimental Design and Biochemistry

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is a carbohydrate?

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Carbohydrates are biomolecules made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they serve as a primary energy source for living organisms.

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What is the function of lipids?

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Lipids are biomolecules that store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is peer review?

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Peer review is the process by which scientific work is evaluated by experts in the field before publication.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in an experiment, often affected by the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The independent variable is the variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.