Elba Biology

What branch of science studies the origin, structure, and function of living things?

• anthropology

• biology

• taxonomy

• chemistry

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A process called ____ allows scientists to evaluate the results of research done by other scientists.

• the metric system

• forensics

• peer review

• phrenology

Which of these is NOT one of the basic characteristics of all living organisms?

• Requires Energy

• Responds to stimulus

• Displays organization

• Reproduces sexually

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A(n) ____ is a procedure performed in a controlled setting to test a hypothesis and collect precise data.

• observation

• experiment

• constant

• control group

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A(n) ____ is any part of an organism's environment that causes a reaction.

• Adaptation

• Organization

• Species

• Stimulus

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Scientists form ____ to explain natural phenomena supported by repeated observations and experiments.

• Observations

• Ideas

• Theories

• pseudosciences

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The process of natural changes that take place during an organism's life is called

• development

• response

• growth

• adaptation

What factor remains fixed during an experiment?

• Control

• Dependent Variable

• Independent Variable

• Constant

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Which of the following is the basic organization of life?

• species living in an environment

• cells that make up tissues and structures

• 1. weather conditions in a habitat

• cell organelles that combine to form nuclei

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Which of these is NOT an example of the body maintaining homeostasis?

• emergence of an evolutionary adaptation

• insulin production in the pancreas

• lungs absorbing oxygen

• red blood cells delivering oxygen