Science 401 Section 2

What is biology?

• Of course, it's the study of chickens!

• Likely the study of Teja's Life!

• Could be the study of life?

• I'm sure it's learning about plants!!!

What is Taxonomy?

• The study of paying taxes!

• The practice of meditation!

• The study of naming and classifying living things!

• The process of creating new words!

Are living things diverse?

• Nah, there's only me and Teacher Edward on earth.

• Somewhat....I'm very sure there are around a hundred living species on earth.

• Very! Living things are so diverse!

How are new plants and animals discovered?

• Luck-like Teja!

• You brain!

• Keen observation!

• Elton's head and glasses!

Who was the first taxonomist?

• Arristtottle

• Carolus Linnaeus

• Aristotle

• Ariistotole

• Louis Pasteur

Why is it important to classify things in Biology?

• So you are smart

• To be a genius

• So doctors can diagnose and treat diseases quickly!

• So farmers can grow the right plants to feed their animals.

• So that doctors can save time in work and hurry home!

What is the strongest muscle in the body?

Answer explanation

The jaw is the strongest muscle in the human body in terms of exerting

force.

Disorder is a state of....

Some plants get infected by....

Illnesses can be caused by....

• Bacteria

• Dengue

• Viruses

• Fungus