Hierarchy
Potpourri
Domains
Scientific Theory
Evolution
100
Global sum of all ecosystems.
Biosphere
100
Which of the following is not a character of ALL living organisms? A) Maintain internal balance B) Made up of at least one cell C) Ability to synthesize macromolecules for energy D) Respond to their environment E) Can grow, develop, and reproduce
C) Ability to synthesize macromolecules for energy
100
What two domains are prokaryotic?
Bacteria and Archaea
100
________ reasoning draws conclusions through the logical process of induction. Repeat specific observations can lead to important generalizations.
Inductive
100
Charles Darwin’s theories are supported by A) the fossil record. B) the Earth’s age. C) molecular evidence. D) phylogenetic trees. E) All the above.
E) All the above.
200
The organism of the same species in a given area.
Population
200
Arguably the most important skill in the process of science. When formulating a question based on preliminary observations you must make sure that they are: 1. Well defined 2. Measurable (Doable, testable) 3. ??????
Controllable
200
Which domains have ribosomes, a plasma membrane, DNA as the genetic material and centrally located, and cytoplasm?
All of them
200
_______________ reasoning uses general premises to make specific predictions.
Deductive
200
Natural environment _________ for beneficial traits
“selects”
300
What level of hierarchical organization includes all living and non-living components in a given area?
Ecosystem
300
There are two cell types, what are they?
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic
300
Which kingdom includes organisms with cell walls that are made mostly of chitin?
Fungi
300
A _______ is a possible explanation for an observation.
hypothesis
300
As the environment changes, individuals that are better suited for their environment have a better chance of _______.
survival
400
All the living organisms in a given area.
Community
400
Name the following theory: All organisms composed of cells Cells are life’s basic units All cells come from preexisting cells
Cell Theory
400
What kingdom in Eukarya is unicellular?
Protista
400
A _______________ tests the hypothesis, must be carefully designed to test only one variable at a time, and consists of a test and a control.
Experiment
400
_____________ structures imply common descent.
Homologous
500
What is the lowest level of organization that can still perform all activities required for life or what is the smallest unit of life?
Cell
500
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic acid
500
Name the 4 kingdoms in the domain Eukarya.
Fungi Plantae Protista Animalia
500
A ____________________ is a body of interconnected concepts, supported by much experimental evidence, and scientific reasoning expresses ideas of which we are most certain
Scientific theory
500
Name 3 out of the 5 observations that Charles Darwin made during this travels on the Beagle?
1. Individuals in a population have traits that vary 2. Many of these traits are heritable (passed from parents to offspring) 3. More offspring are produced than survive 4. Competition is inevitable 5. Species generally suit their environment
M
e
n
u