Outline and Objectives

 

Introduction to Science/ Biology

Chapter 1

 

General Outcome
1.0 The students should be able to recognize the basic characteristics of life and describe the nature of science.

 

Specific Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this unit, the students should be able to:

1.1 List the major characteristics of life.

1.2 Explain how science is distinguished from other ways of seeking understanding of life.

1.3 Explain the significance of major unifying themes of modern biology.

1.4 Explain the limitations of science.

1.5 Be able to define the following terms.

 

The Scientific Process

Deductive reasoning

Inductive reasoning

Stages of  scientific investigation

                Observation

                Hypothesis

                Predictions

                Controlled experiment (testing)

                                Control experiment

                                A single independent variable experiment

                Theory

Scientific Method

 

Properties

                Cellular organization

                Metabolism

                Homeostasis

                Reproduction

                Heredity

Biological Themes

                Evolution

                The flow of energy

                Cooperation

                Structure determines function

                Homeostasis

 

Explain this statement: The process of science does not work to discover truth.