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What is Biology?
It is derived from 2 Greek words :
Bios logos
life
The study of
Biology is
The study of life or living things
Morphology
Bacteriology
Microbiology Zoology
Physiology
Histology
Biotechnology Pharmacy
Doctors Nurses
Dentists Physiotherapists
Veterinarians
Molecules
Organelles Cells Tissues Organs
Population
Species
Multicellular organisms
systems
Scientifics Investigation
Defining the problem Making hypothesis
Making an inference
Formulating a logical explanation to the observation
How to plan an investigation? Reviewing available related information about the investigation. Determining the reagents and equipment required.
Manipulated variable
An independent variable, which is set at different values, to test a hypothesis.
fixed variable
A parameter that may affect the outcome of an experiment should be kept constant throughout the experiment.
Responding variable
A dependent variable, which is the outcome of an experiment, due to changes in manipulative variable.
How to analyse and interpret data for all the data collected in an experiment?
Accurate calculation. Determine the association between manipulative and responding variables. Compare with previous reports. Explore any hidden information.
Suggest steps to extend the investigation to obtain more accurate data or to further confirm the hypothesis if necessary. Give proper reasons if the experiment is failed.
The typical format for the report of an experiment. Title Objective Hypothesis, Variables Materials and Apparatus Technique Procedure Results Data analysis Discussion Conclusion