Practice Topic 1.1: Introduction to Biology - 1.2.1.1 | Unit 1: The Building Blocks of Life | IB MYP Grade 9 Biology
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1.2.1.1 - Topic 1.1: Introduction to Biology

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is biology?

💡 Hint: Think about the two Greek components of the word.

Question 2

Easy

Name one characteristic that makes something alive.

💡 Hint: Consider what you observe in living things around you.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary focus of biology?

  • A. Study of geology
  • B. Study of viruses
  • C. Study of life and living organisms
  • D. Study of chemical reactions in labs

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of biology.

Question 2

True or False: All living organisms need to reproduce.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the definitions we discussed earlier.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design an experiment to test how temperature affects the growth of plants. Outline your hypothesis, variables, and method.

💡 Hint: Think about what factors you need to keep constant.

Question 2

Discuss how understanding the characteristics of life can help in conservation efforts for endangered species.

💡 Hint: Consider the relation between characteristics and environmental changes.

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