PLTL Biology Flashcard

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Inductive reasoning

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The type of logical thinking that uses related observations to arrive at a general conclusion.

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Prediction in the scientific method

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A testable statement about what will happen under certain conditions.

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Why are viruses not considered living?

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Because they cannot reproduce.

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Smallest unit of biological structure that meets functional requirements of 'living'

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Cell.

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Hypothesis

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A suggested and testable explanation for an event.

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Deductive reasoning

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A type of logical thinking that starts with a general statement and examines the possibilities to reach a specific, logical conclusion.

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Scientific method

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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Cell theory

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A fundamental concept in biology stating that all living things are composed of cells, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Difference between hypothesis and theory

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.

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Control in an experiment

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A standard against which the results of an experiment are compared.