Question 1

Which of the following best describes the scientific method as outlined in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

A cyclical process involving exploration, hypothesis formation, testing, communication, and outcomes.

Question 2

In the turtle swimming experiment, what was the independent variable?

Accepted Answer

The type of object being tracked (turtles or buckets).

Question 3

Which property of life is NOT exhibited by a car, according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Reproduction

Question 4

Why is peer review important in scientific research?

Accepted Answer

It provides quality control by having impartial experts evaluate the research.

Question 5

Which of the following is a key difference between science and pseudoscience?

Accepted Answer

Science uses repeatable, testable claims that can be disproven.

Question 6

A double-blind experiment is best described as:

Accepted Answer

An experiment where neither the participants nor the researchers know which group is the control group.

Question 7

Which major theme of biology is illustrated by the branched structure of human lungs providing a large surface area for gas exchange?

Accepted Answer

The relationship of structure to function

Question 8

What is the primary way by which energy leaves your body, according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

As heat energy

Question 9

Which of the following best describes a scientific theory?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive and well-substantiated explanation supported by a large body of evidence.

Question 10

In the context of diabetes, what role does information flow play in the regulation of blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

The pancreas receives information about glucose levels and releases hormones to regulate them.

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of an evolutionary adaptation?

Accepted Answer

Inherited traits that enhance survival in a specific environment.

Question 12

Which theme of biology is illustrated when green sea turtles alter their behavior in response to global climate change?

Accepted Answer

Evolution

Question 13

What is the key difference between how energy and matter move in ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

Matter cycles within ecosystems, while energy flows through and is lost as heat.

Question 14

Which of the following is a characteristic of life that is shared by all living organisms?

Accepted Answer

Ability to reproduce

Question 15

A researcher wants to test the effect of a new fertilizer on plant growth. Which is the best way to design a controlled experiment?

Accepted Answer

Compare two groups of plants, one with fertilizer and one without, keeping all other variables constant.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a reliable indicator of a scientific source?

Accepted Answer

The source relies solely on anecdotal evidence.

Question 17

Which major theme of biology is illustrated by comparing genes between green sea turtles and humans to gain insight into physical traits?

Accepted Answer

Information flow

Question 18

What is the main function of metabolism in living cells?

Accepted Answer

To convert energy from one form to another and recycle matter.

Question 19

According to Darwin, what is the driving force of evolution?

Accepted Answer

Natural selection

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why antibiotic-resistant bacteria are an example of natural selection?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria randomly mutate and those with resistance survive and reproduce more successfully.

Chapter 1: Learning About Life – Foundations of Biology

Study Guide - Practice Questions