Ch 1 - The Science of Biology

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What is the definition of a stimulus in biology?

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A stimulus is any event or situation that evokes a response from an organism.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effects.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data refers to information that can be measured and expressed numerically, such as weight or height.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is asexual reproduction?

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Asexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction where offspring are produced from a single parent without the involvement of gametes.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic approach to inquiry that involves observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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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 role of a control group in an experiment?

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The control group serves as a baseline to compare the effects of the independent variable.

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What is the definition of biology?

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Biology is the scientific study of life and living organisms.