p.8
Evolution and Adaptation
What does it mean for an organism to evolve?
To change over many generations.
p.14
Differences Between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
What is unique about Archaea?
They are prokaryotes that live in extreme environments and are very different from other prokaryotes.
p.9
Classifying Living Organisms
What characteristic defines Fauna in ancient classification systems?
Fauna (animals) move around and eat.
p.7
Properties of Living Organisms
Why do living organisms need to reproduce?
Because they don’t live forever.
p.6
Properties of Living Organisms
What are two primary reasons organisms interact with their environment?
To find food and avoid predators.
p.16
Naming Living Organisms
What is the purpose of a scientific (binomial) name?
To provide a unique and universally accepted name for each species.
p.10
Overview of Living Organisms
What type of organism is Spongilla lacustris?
It is a freshwater sponge.
p.14
Differences Between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
Where was Pyrococcus furiosus discovered?
On Vulcano Island, Italy.
p.9
Classifying Living Organisms
What characteristic defines Flora in ancient classification systems?
Flora (plants) do not move around and do not eat.
p.21
Classification Systems in Biology
What are the five Kingdoms of life?
The five Kingdoms of life are Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.
p.2
Overview of Living Organisms
What are the main topics covered in Lecture 4 about living organisms?
Overview, Properties of living organisms, Classifying living organisms, Naming living organisms, Viruses.
p.20
Viruses and Their Characteristics
What is an example of a virus exiting a human cell?
HIV viruses exiting a human cell.
p.9
Classifying Living Organisms
What are the two main categories in ancient systems for classifying living organisms?
Fauna (animals) and Flora (plants).
p.21
Properties of Living Organisms
What are the properties of all living organisms?
All living organisms exhibit properties such as growth, reproduction, metabolism, cellular organization, homeostasis, heredity, and response to stimuli.
p.4
Properties of Living Organisms
What is a fundamental property of living organisms in terms of their structure?
Living organisms are organized and made of one or more cells.
p.6
Properties of Living Organisms
Why do living organisms interact with their environment?
To find food, avoid predators, and ensure survival.
p.20
Viruses and Their Characteristics
Are viruses considered cells?
No, viruses are not cells.
p.16
Naming Living Organisms
Why do leopards have many common names but only one scientific name?
To ensure consistency and avoid confusion in scientific communication.
p.13
Classification Systems in Biology
Who proposed the Five Kingdom System?
Robert Whittaker in 1959.
p.5
Metabolism in Living Organisms
What does it mean to metabolize?
To consume energy for maintenance, growth, and reproduction.
p.21
Differences Between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
What are the major differences between Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes?
Eukaryotes have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while Prokaryotes do not.
p.21
Classification Systems in Biology
What are the three Domains of life?
The three Domains of life are Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya.
