Biology Flashcards
Dependent Variable
Observed variable that may or may not change in response to the independent variable.
Independent Variable
Factor in a controlled experiment that is intentionally or deliberately changed.
Control Group
Exposed to the identical conditions of the experimental group with the exception of the independent variable.
Hypothesis
Scientific explanation for set of observations that can be tested in a way that support or reject it.
Controlled Experiment
Testing a hypothesis by tracking various factors that can change (variables). Only one variable should be intentionally changed while others remain constant.
Asexual Reproduction
A single organism produces offsprings that are genetically similar to itself.
Sexual Reproduction
Cells from two parents unite to form the first cell of a new organism.
Metabolism
Combination of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials.
Homeostasis
A relatively stable internal environment.
Ionic Bond
Formed when two or more electrons are transferred from one atom to another.
Covalent Bond
The bond formed when atoms share electrons.
Ions
Atoms with a positive or negative charge.
Isotope
Atoms of the same element that differ in the number of neutrons.
Element
A chemically pure substance with only one type of atom.
Electron
Negatively charged atomic particles; are in constant motion around the nucleus.
Neutron
Atomic particles with no charge.
Proton
Positively charged atomic particles.
Molecule
Smallest unit of most compounds.
Monomer
Small chemical unit that makes up a polymer.
Polymer
Molecules composed of many monomers; makes up macromolecules.
Carbohydrate
Compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms- usually in a ratio of 1:2:1.
What is the main source of energy for living things?
Carbohydrates
Monosaccharide
Single sugar molecules.
Lipid
Mostly made of carbon and hydrogen atoms. (Fats, oils, waxes)