Chapter 1 Flashcards
In the peer-review process for a report of the results of a study on the ecology of honeybees, who would be an appropriate reviewer?
A biologist studying insects.
A person studying a topic is presented with new information that conflicts with previous findings. What would a scientist do in this situation?
Evaluate the new information.
What is the basis of the metric measurement system?
Its measures are bases on the powers of ten.
Which best explains the importance of understanding science?
It allows us to be educated in issues important in today’s world.
Which of the following best describes a benefit of studying biology?
One is able to intelligently debate issues such as cloning.
Which of the following would most likely be the major focus of a biologist?
Bacteria found in hot springs.
What is a possible benefit of studying plants in the rain forest?
The plants may hold medicines to treat human diseases.
Which is NOT a topic of biology?
The distribution of sand on an ocean floor.
Which of thee following are likely topics in a biology course?
Anything that has to do with studying life.
Which is an inference?
After watching a plant for a week, you determine it needs more sunlight.
Tasha is testing the effect of blue-colored light on the growth of tomato plants. Which is the independent variable in this experiment?
The light color.
Which of the following is an observation?
You record the air temperature every day for a week.
Which best describes the difference between an observation and an inference?
You can record an observation; an inference is an idea.
