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Zoology
The study of animals.
Botany
The study of plants.
Ecology
The study of living things in their environment.
Microbiology
The study of microscopic organisms.
Biochemistry
The study of chemical reactions in living things.
Anatomy/Physiology
The study of the human body.
Phenomena
Observable events or occurrences (plural of phenomenon).
Pseudoscience
Theories or practices lacking scientific foundation.
Astrology
The belief that star positions determine personality and behavior.
Reliability
Important for ensuring accurate scientific knowledge.
Independent Variable
The factor that is changed in an experiment.
Dependent Variable
The factor that changes as a result of the independent variable.
Controlled Variables
Factors kept constant to ensure valid results.
Scientific Law
A description of expected natural events without explaining why.
Scientific Theory
A broad explanation of the natural world based on strong scientific support.
Monomer
A subunit that combines to form polymers.
Polymer
Larger molecules formed by bonding smaller molecules together.
Carbohydrates
Provide energy and structural support for cells.
Lipids
Store energy and provide insulation and protection.
Proteins
Serve diverse functions including structure, transport, and defense.
Nucleic Acids
Carry genetic information.
Monosaccharide
The smallest type of carbohydrate molecule (e.g., glucose).
Disaccharide
Carbohydrates made of two monosaccharides (e.g., sucrose).
Polysaccharide
Carbohydrate polymers made of many monosaccharides (e.g., starch).
Hydrophobic
Lacking affinity for water; does
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