Introduction to Biology (CH.1) Flashcards
1
Q
What is Biology?
A
The Study of Life
2
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What are the 6 Characteristics of Life?
A
Reproduction Metabolism Response to Stimuli Cells Homeostatis
3
Q
List the 6 steps of the Scientific Method:
A
Observations Testable Hypotheses Perform an experiment Collect Data Analyze the Data Make a conclusion based on the hypothesis
4
Q
What is the independent variable?
A
The variable that the experimenter changes. (Salt concentration)
5
Q
What is the dependent variable?
A
The variable that uses the data gained from the independent variable and analyzes it.
6
Q
How is the Null Hypothesis (HO) defined?
A
The IV does NOT affect the DV.
7
Q
How is the Alternative Hypothesis (HA) defined?
A
The IV DOES affect the DV
8
Q
Give an example of a HO:
A
Salt concentration does not affect the growth
9
Q
Give an example of a HA:
A
Salt concentration does affect the growth.
