Biology and the Study of Life

The video explores the vast diversity of life on Earth, from high mountaintops to ocean depths, and introduces biology as the study of living things. It highlights the work of biologists who study various organisms, from plants and animals to fungi and bacteria. The video explains the roles of biologists in the field and laboratory, emphasizing the use of microscopes to study cells, leading to medical advancements. It encourages curiosity and the importance of sharing scientific findings with others.

What is the primary focus of biologists?

• Studying living things

• Studying non-living things

• Studying rocks

• Studying planets

Which of the following is NOT considered a living organism?

• Fungi

• Plants

• Animals

• Rocks

What might a biologist study in the field?

• Dolphins in the ocean

• Mathematical equations

• Stars

• Chemical reactions

Which of the following is a job a biologist might do?

• Write novels

• Design buildings

• Cook gourmet meals

• Study the behavior of bees

What tool is essential for biologists to study cells?

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Calculator

• Thermometer

What is a cell?

• A kind of plant

• A species of animal

• A part that makes up a living thing

• A type of rock

What might biologists learn from studying cells?

• How to paint

• How to make new medicines

• How to write poetry

• How to build bridges

Why is curiosity important for biologists?

• It helps them build machines

• It helps them find new planets

• It allows them to ask questions about life

• It makes them better at math

How do biologists share their findings?

• By keeping them secret

• By writing, taking pictures, or teaching

• By selling them

• By destroying them

What is one question a biologist might ask?

• How do stars form?

• What do living things need to survive?

• What is the capital of France?

• How do computers work?