Ch1 and 2.1 Practice Flashcard : Scientific Method & Biomolecules

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What is an 'organic' compound?

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An organic compound is a chemical compound that contains carbon.

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Which of the following is not a fundamental characteristic of life?

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Intelligence is not considered a fundamental characteristic of life.

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What type of fat is liquid at room temperature and found in plants and fish?

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Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and found in plants and fish.

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What is the property being measured in an experiment called?

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The property being measured is called the dependent variable.

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What type of fat is solid at room temperature and found in animal sources?

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Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and found in animal sources.

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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 a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is the one that is changed or controlled in an experiment, while the dependent variable is the one that is measured.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What are biomolecules?

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