Question 1

All of these criteria are used to classify an organism as a member of the plant, animal, or fungi kingdom EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

A)  the organism's life cycle 
B)  the means by which the organism transports itself 
C)  the structure or body plan of the organism 
D)  the mode of nutrition of the organism 
A)  the organism's life cycle 
B)  the means by which the organism transports itself 
C)  the structure or body plan of the organism 
D)  the mode of nutrition of the organism

Question 2

Each of the following terms is related to the scientific process. Match each to its description.
-making a generalization from knowledge gained from specific cases

Accepted Answer

The answer of Each of the following terms is related...

Question 3

A group of similar organisms capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring is a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A group of similar organisms capable of...

Question 4

Which one of the following sequences is CORRECT in terms of level of organization from least to most complex?

Accepted Answer

A)  cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism 
B)  atoms, cells, organs, community, population 
C)  atoms, cells, organism, organ systems, ecosystem 
D)  tissues, organ systems, population, cells, organism 
A)  cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism 
B)  atoms, cells, organs, community, population 
C)  atoms, cells, organism, organ systems, ecosystem 
D)  tissues, organ systems, population, cells, organism

Question 5

After years of experimentation and testing, it is possible to prove that a hypothesis is true, at which point it becomes absolute truth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Match each domain or kingdom to its description.
-Organisms are single celled, lack membrane-bound nuclei or other cellular components, and are found everywhere on the planet.

Accepted Answer

A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista 
A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista

Question 7

The process by which an individual makes a generalization after examining specific cases is termed ________ reasoning.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The process by which an individual makes...

Question 8

Scientific knowledge cannot prove or disprove the existence, or importance to us, of issues that fall outside of the natural world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which one of the following taxa (subgroups used in classification) applies to humans?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mammals 
B)  Protista 
C)  Invertebrates 
D)  Prokarya 
E)  Bacteria 
A)  Mammals 
B)  Protista 
C)  Invertebrates 
D)  Prokarya 
E)  Bacteria

Question 10

The pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine has virtually eliminated whooping cough in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which one of the following is a CORRECT statement regarding metabolism?

Accepted Answer

A)  Few living organisms require raw materials and a constant source of energy. 
B)  Plants get the raw materials they need for life processes entirely from the air. 
C)  Cells maintain life through the breakdown of molecules and energy by chemical and physical processes. 
D)  Cells do not require energy to change molecules from one form to another. 
E)  Animals use energy obtained directly from the sun and chemicals obtained from plants, other animals, air, and water. 
A)  Few living organisms require raw materials and a constant source of energy. 
B)  Plants get the raw materials they need for life processes entirely from the air. 
C)  Cells maintain life through the breakdown of molecules and energy by chemical and physical processes. 
D)  Cells do not require energy to change molecules from one form to another. 
E)  Animals use energy obtained directly from the sun and chemicals obtained from plants, other animals, air, and water.

Question 12

Match each domain or kingdom to its description.
-This group includes unicellular prokaryotes that tend to live in extreme environments such as hot springs.

Accepted Answer

A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista 
A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista

Question 13

One of the most common ways to get information out to a wide audience in the least amount of time regarding hot topics in science is by using

Accepted Answer

A)  peer-reviewed journals. 
B)  science magazines. 
C)  the Discovery Channel on television. 
D)  general interest news magazines or newspapers. 
E)  books. 
A)  peer-reviewed journals. 
B)  science magazines. 
C)  the Discovery Channel on television. 
D)  general interest news magazines or newspapers. 
E)  books.

Question 14

Which one of the following best describes the evolutionary advantage of bipedalism?

Accepted Answer

A)  allows an organism to have precise control over the action of the thumb and fingers 
B)  frees the hands for carrying objects 
C)  results in improved eye-hand coordination 
D)  in early humans, allowed for complex motions associated with the use of tools 
E)  increases the chance that an organism can communicate through the written word 
A)  allows an organism to have precise control over the action of the thumb and fingers 
B)  frees the hands for carrying objects 
C)  results in improved eye-hand coordination 
D)  in early humans, allowed for complex motions associated with the use of tools 
E)  increases the chance that an organism can communicate through the written word

Question 15

Molecules of life include which one of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  water, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates 
B)  proteins, saturated fats, monosaccharides, but not polysaccharides 
C)  lipids and proteins only 
D)  any noncarbon base molecule 
E)  nonsugar carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, water 
A)  water, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates 
B)  proteins, saturated fats, monosaccharides, but not polysaccharides 
C)  lipids and proteins only 
D)  any noncarbon base molecule 
E)  nonsugar carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, water

Question 16

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding knowledge gained through scientific investigation?

Accepted Answer

A)  The knowledge can be used to prove or disprove religious beliefs. 
B)  Scientific knowledge cannot be used to improve human life through technology. 
C)  The information can be used to detect problems at an early stage and correct mistakes. 
D)  Society as a whole generally ignores scientific information. 
E)  The knowledge has resulted in less-efficient sources of energy yet better health care. 
A)  The knowledge can be used to prove or disprove religious beliefs. 
B)  Scientific knowledge cannot be used to improve human life through technology. 
C)  The information can be used to detect problems at an early stage and correct mistakes. 
D)  Society as a whole generally ignores scientific information. 
E)  The knowledge has resulted in less-efficient sources of energy yet better health care.

Question 17

Match each domain or kingdom to its description.
-Members of this group are responsible for breaking down the bodies of dead organisms, thereby releasing nutrients back into the environment.

Accepted Answer

A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista 
A) Fungi 
B) Bacteria 
C) Plantae 
D) Animalia 
E) Archaea
F)Protista

Question 18

A display of data obtained from scientific experiments can often be described using a(n) ________ to clarify the meaning of experimental results.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A display of data obtained from scientific...

Question 19

Match each criterion that defines living organisms to its example.
-Skin cells, like the bacteria living on human skin, give rise to new individual cells.

Accepted Answer

A) Livings things grow and reproduce. 
B) Living things have a different molecular composition than nonliving things. 
C) Living things maintain homeostasis. 
D) Populations of living things evolve. 
E) Living things require energy and raw materials.
F)Living things respond to their external environment. 
A) Livings things grow and reproduce. 
B) Living things have a different molecular composition than nonliving things. 
C) Living things maintain homeostasis. 
D) Populations of living things evolve. 
E) Living things require energy and raw materials.
F)Living things respond to their external environment.

Question 20

Which one of the following is the lowest level of biological organization in which evolutionary change can occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  cell 
B)  organism 
C)  community 
D)  population 
A)  cell 
B)  organism 
C)  community 
D)  population

Exam 1: Human Biology, Science, and Society

All of these criteria are used to classify an organism as a member of the plant, animal, or fungi kingdom EXCEPT which one?

Each of the following terms is related to the scientific process. Match each to its description. -making a generalization from knowledge gained from specific cases

A group of similar organisms capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring is a(n) ________.

Which one of the following sequences is CORRECT in terms of level of organization from least to most complex?

After years of experimentation and testing, it is possible to prove that a hypothesis is true, at which point it becomes absolute truth.

Match each domain or kingdom to its description. -Organisms are single celled, lack membrane-bound nuclei or other cellular components, and are found everywhere on the planet.

The process by which an individual makes a generalization after examining specific cases is termed ________ reasoning.

Scientific knowledge cannot prove or disprove the existence, or importance to us, of issues that fall outside of the natural world.

Which one of the following taxa (subgroups used in classification) applies to humans?

The pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine has virtually eliminated whooping cough in the United States.

Which one of the following is a CORRECT statement regarding metabolism?

Match each domain or kingdom to its description. -This group includes unicellular prokaryotes that tend to live in extreme environments such as hot springs.

One of the most common ways to get information out to a wide audience in the least amount of time regarding hot topics in science is by using

Which one of the following best describes the evolutionary advantage of bipedalism?

Molecules of life include which one of the following?

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding knowledge gained through scientific investigation?

Match each domain or kingdom to its description. -Members of this group are responsible for breaking down the bodies of dead organisms, thereby releasing nutrients back into the environment.

A display of data obtained from scientific experiments can often be described using a(n) ________ to clarify the meaning of experimental results.

Match each criterion that defines living organisms to its example. -Skin cells, like the bacteria living on human skin, give rise to new individual cells.

Which one of the following is the lowest level of biological organization in which evolutionary change can occur?

The Chemistry of Living Things

Structure and Function of Cells

From Cells to Organ Systems

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

Blood

Heart and Blood Vessels

The Immune System and Mechanisms of Defense

The Respiratory System: Exchange of Gases

The Nervous System: Integration and Control

Sensory Mechanisms

The Endocrine System

The Digestive System and Nutrition

The Urinary System

Reproductive Systems

Cell Reproduction and Differentiation

Cancer: Uncontrolled Cell Division and Differentiation

Genetics and Inheritance

DNA Technology and Genetic Engineering

Development and Aging

Evolution and the Origins of Life

Ecosystems and Populations

Human Impacts, Biodiversity, and Environmental Issues

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