Introduction to Biology

All living things share which of the following characteristics?

• They grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and use energy.

• They do not need energy to survive.

• They are all visible to the naked eye.

• They cannot adapt to their environment.

The main parts of a scientific experiment are:

• Hypothesis, variables, control, and conclusion

• Title, author, and date

• Introduction, bibliography, and appendix

• Materials, results, and references

Distinguish between the different types of graphs.

• Bar graphs, line graphs, and pie charts are different types of graphs.

• Graphs are only used in mathematics.

• All graphs show the same type of data.

• There is only one type of graph.

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Water has unique properties that affect living organisms in various ways. Which of the following is a correct description of one of these properties?

• Water has a high specific heat, helping organisms maintain stable internal temperatures.

• Water is a non-polar molecule, making it a poor solvent for most substances.

• Water contracts when it freezes, increasing the density of ice.

• Water cannot dissolve salts or sugars due to its chemical structure.

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Carbon is a necessary element in all living things because:

• it can form stable bonds with many other elements, allowing for complex molecules essential for life.

• it is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust.

• it is the only element that can conduct electricity.

• it is not found in any non-living things.

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According to the information provided, what are living things made up of?

• Atoms

• Cells

• Molecules

• Organs

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Fill in the blank: Cells are the ________ unit capable of all life functions.

• smallest

• largest

• weakest

• heaviest

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Which of the following is NOT a function that a cell can perform?

• Take in energy

• Grow and develop

• Have heredity

• Fly

• Reproduce

Which molecule is responsible for passing characteristics from parents to offspring in living things?

• RNA

• Protein

• DNA

• Carbohydrate

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Fill in the blank: All living things can pass on their characteristics to their offspring through their _____

• DNA

• skin

• bones

• muscles

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