Intro to Biology

Front

What molecule is responsible for the universal genetic code in living things?

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DNA

Front

What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Observation

Front

What is a well-tested explanation about an aspect of the natural world called?

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Theory

Front

In an experiment, what is the responding (dependent) variable when testing the effect of temperature on alligator egg gender?

Back

The gender of the baby alligators

Front

What is the term for the process by which living things change to better suit their environment?

Back

Adaptation

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

Front

What is the process by which living organisms obtain and use energy?

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Metabolism

Front

What is the term for a proposed explanation for a phenomenon that can be tested?

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Hypothesis

Front

What is the scientific term for a statement that describes a consistent relationship observed in nature?

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Law

Front

What is the term for the study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment?

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Biology