Biology (level 0)

Biology (level 0)

1. Science Methodology

   • Observing and Asking Questions
     • Inferring and Forming a Hypothesis
       • Designing Controlled Experiments
         • Collecting and Analyzing Data
           • Drawing Conclusions

2. Scientific Laws/Theories

   • Theory
     • well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of observations and hypotheses
       • Example: Evolution Theory
       • Example: Big Bang Theory
   • Law
     • a statement based on repeated experimental observations that describes some aspect of the universe
       • Example: Newton's Law of Motion
       • Example: Gravity

3. Science and Society

   • Science involves understanding its context in society
     • Address Societal issues
     • Develop Technology
     • Build Knowledge
     • Inform Policy
     • Solve Everyday Problems
     • Satisfy Curiosity

4. Characteristics of Living Things

   • Made up of cells
   • Obtain and use materials and energy
   • Reproduce
   • Respond to enviroment
   • maintain a stable internal enviroment
   • Change over time

5. Big Ideas in Biology

   • Cellular Basis of Life
   • Information and Heredity
   • Matter and Energy
   • Growth, Development, and Reproduction
   • Homeostasis
   • Evolution
   • Structure and Function
   • Unity and Diveristy
   • Interdependence in Nature
   • Science as a Way of Knowing

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