1. Introducing Biology
Biology is a comprehensive field that explores the study of life and living organisms through various branches, including Botany, Zoology, and Genetics. The aspects of life studied encompass growth, reproduction, and the characteristics that define living organisms, as well as the differences between plants and animals. Additionally, biology plays a crucial role in various sectors such as medicine, agriculture, and environmental science, emphasizing its importance in understanding and improving the natural world.
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What we have learnt
- Biology studies life, its structure, function, and distribution.
- Living organisms exhibit distinct characteristics that distinguish them from non-living things.
- Biology is integral in fields like medicine, agriculture, and environmental conservation.
Key Concepts
- -- Biology
- The branch of science that deals with the study of life and living organisms.
- -- Cellular Structure
- The basic unit of life, all living organisms are made up of one or more cells.
- -- Autotrophic
- Organisms that produce their own food, primarily plants through photosynthesis.
- -- Heterotrophic
- Organisms that depend on others for food, primarily animals.
- -- Genetic Engineering
- A field that involves the manipulation of an organism's DNA to create genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
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