Discussion

1) If humans are members of the biosphere, what gives them the right to modify and/or destroy the habitats of other organisms? Are humans “above” other organisms? Are they in some way “special” or “different”? What responsibilities do humans have to take care of the other organisms of the biosphere?

2) Discuss several limitations imposed on science and scientists in problem-solving and hypothesis-testing.

3)Identify the three types of subatomic particles, explain where they are located within an atom, and explain what their main functions are.

4)Explain the difference between a solution with a pH of 5 and a solution with a pH of 3.

5)Explain the difference between an organic and inorganic molecule.

6)Define cellular structure and scientific terminology as it relates to the biochemical functions inside the cell.

7)Explain how tonicity relates to the direction of water movement across a membrane.

8)Compare the structure and function of adhesion, tight, and gap junctions.

9)Provide an example of homeostasis

10)What are the names of the four categorized groups of human tissue?

11)Describe the general structures of a virus

12)Explain the significance of antibiotic resistance.

13)identify each of the four phases in Meiosis I and Meiosis II and give a brief explanation of what happens in each phase.

14)What are the major differences between meiosis and mitosis?

15)Distinguish between a genotype and phenotype.

16)State the roles of RNA in a cell

17)Identify and describe the three types of natural selection.

18)Define the term biogeochemical cycle.

19)Identify the direct values to society for conserving biodiversity.

20)Distinguish between neurons and neuroglia

21)Describe the general structure of a virus.