Unit 1 - Characteristics of Life, Cells, and Lab Skills Flashcards
1
Q
Define “theory”
A
A statement/idea made from analysis of facts in their relationship to one and another. Proven with evidence but not necessarily true.
2
Q
Go through the proper technique to carry, focus, and store microscopes.
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3
Q
Biogenesis vs Spontaneous Generation
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Life comes from life
4
Q
Cell Theory
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All cells come from cells
Cells are the smallest unit of life
All living things are made of cells
5
Q
Photosynthesis vs Cellular Respiration
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C6H12O6 + 6O2 = 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP (energy)
Photosynthesis:
Carbon and water to create glucose
Cellular Respiration:
Glucose and oxygen to create ATP energy
6
Q
Plant vs Animal Cells
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Plants:
Big vacuole
Chloroplasts
Cell Wall
7
Q
Describe the basic caracteristics of living things
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- Reproduction
- Responding to stimuli
- Growth and development
- Adapt to environment
- Made of cells
- Maintain homeostasis
- Exchange materials and energy with environment
