What is Science?
first and second step of the scientific method
testable question
hypothesis
all living things are made up of
cells
invented the modern classification system
Linnaeus
what is the purpose of an antibiotic?
to kill bacteria
To provide structure, allow movement, and protect the bodies organs.
skeletal system
what is a dependent variable?
data measured
all cells come from
pre-existing cells
next-to-smallest classification level
genus
do vaccines kill bacteria?
no
To extract nutrients from food, and get rid of waste.
Digestive System
3rd and 4th step of the scientific method
conduct and experiment and gather data
cells are the basic unit of
life
genus and species
what is the purpose of a vaccine?
prepare the body to fight certain viruses
To circulate blood to all parts of the human body.
circulatory system
what is an independent variable?
something you can change
I change
give 1 of the 3 processes of homeostasis
removal of waste
cellular respiration
reproduction
science of classifying living things
taxonomy
disease causing agent
Pathogen
To fuel the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.
Respiratory System
what goes on the x and y axis of a graph? give in correct location
x axis - independent variable
y axis - dependent variable
what is homeostasis?
the ideal state our body should be in
balance
how are living things classified?
based on physical characteristics
what is the purpose of a white blood cell?
to fight off bacteria and viruses
control system of the body
nervous system