Cells
What are organelles?
What is a virus?
Viruses are small germs (pathogens) that can infect you and make you sick.
What is the function of the cell membrane in a cell?
provides protection for a cell
What is the theory of evolution?
based on the idea that all species are related and gradually change over time.
What is a data model?
A data model organizes data elements.
What are the main differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Eukaryotic cells don't have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
How do viruses replicate?
Viruses cannot replicate on their own, but rather depend on their host cell's protein synthesis pathways to reproduce.
What are the major systems in multi-celled organisms?
Cells make up tissues, tissues make up organs, and organs make up organ systems
What evidence supports common ancestry?
Fossils, anatomy, embryos, and DNA sequences
How do you interpret a dataset?
1) assemble the information you'll need, 2) develop findings, 3) develop conclusions, and 4) develop recommendations
What is cellular respiration?
the process by which cells derive energy from glucose.
What is the structure of a virus?
a single molecule of nucleic acid surrounded by a protein coat, the capsid
How do systems interact in an organism?
The organs in an organ system work together to accomplish their task.
What is a clade?
a group of organisms believed to have evolved from a common ancestor, according to the principles of cladistics.
What is the significance of error bars in data?
their length gives a graphic signal of how much uncertainty there is in the data
What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
perform photosynthesis during the daylight hours.
How do vaccines work against viruses?
Imitating an infection to engage the body's natural defenses
What is homeostasis?
Homeostasis is the ability to maintain a relatively stable internal state that persists despite changes in the world outside
How do homologous structures provide evidence for evolution?
Physical features shared due to evolutionary history (a common ancestor) are said to be homologous.
How can graphs be used to represent data?
They can be displayed with horizontal or vertical bars, and usually show the relationship between an x and y axis
What is the cell cycle?
The process through which cells replicate and make two new cells.
Is Viruses living or non-living
non-living
How do feedback mechanisms regulate systems?
A change to the system results in an alarm that triggers a certain result
What are the key principles of natural selection?
Variation, Inheritance, Selection, Time and Adaptation
How can statistical analysis enhance data interpretation?
Statistical techniques help us organize, summarize, and present data in a structured manner, making it easier to understand and draw meaningful conclusions.