Introduction to Biology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of biology?
A
The study of life
2
Q
What does biophilia mean?
A
The love of life
3
Q
a.) What is the percentage of species extinct?
b.) What is the percentage of species still alive?
A
a.) 99.9%
b.) 00.1%
4
Q
What is the oldest living thing?
A
Cyanobacteria
5
Q
What are the two types of cyanobacteria?
A
- Oscillatoria 2. Gloeocapsa
6
Q
Are these cyanobacteria prokaryotic or eukaryotic?
A
Prokaryotic
7
Q
What is a prokaryotic cell?
A
A single celled organism with no membrane bound organelles
8
Q
What is a eukaryotic cell?
A
A multiple cell organism with membrane bound organelles
9
Q
What makes up a scientific name?
A
Genus name + Species name
ex. Homo Sapien
