Chapter 1: Themes in the Study of Life

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Eukaryotic

Contains membranes

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Prokaryotic

DNA not separated

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Theory

Broader than hypothesis, can make new hypothesis.

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Genes

the units of inheritance that transmit information from parents to offspring

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DNA

The substance genes are made of.

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Genome

The entire “library” of genetic instructions that an organism inherits.

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Negative Feedback

  • What it does: Keeps things balanced by reversing changes.

  • Purpose: Makes sure things like body temperature, blood sugar, or other conditions stay steady and don't go too high or too low.

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Positive Feedback

  • What it does: Speeds things up or increases a response until the job is done.

  • Purpose: Helps your body complete tasks quickly, but it doesn't keep balance.

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Three Domains of Life

Bacteria & Archaea are Prokaryotic

Eukarya is Eukaryotic

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Kingdoms of Eukarya

Protista, Plantae, Fungi, and Animalia

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Discovery Science

Describing natural structures and processes as accurately as possible through careful observation and analysis of data.

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