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Biology
Undergraduate 1
01/16/2012

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Cell Theory
Definition
Cells come from other cells
Term
Modern Taxonomy
Definition
Based on molecular sequences. RNA DNA differences, counting the differences of them.
Term
Theory
Definition
Well established principle, that explains aspects of the natural world
Term
Hypothesis
Definition
Educated guess, what you think, minimal data to back it up.
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Scientific Method Steps
Definition
1.Observe
2. Question
3. Form Hypothesis
4. Derive prediction based on hypothesis
5. Perform exp. with appropriate controls
6. Accept or reject hypothesis
7. Publicize results
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Steps of evolution by natural selection
Definition
1. Individuals vary in heritable traits
2. Certain traits lead to increased reproduction
3. These traits become more common
Term
ATOM TERMS
Definition
4 Top number protons + nuetrns
HE
2 Atomic number: Number of protons
Term
What all organisms share
Definition
1. Energy
cells
information
Replication
Evolution
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