Explain how gene therapy might be used to treat cystic fibrosis.

Define the word theory in a scientific sense and then in a more general sense.

For the question, write on a separate sheet of paper the letter of the correct answer.

What is the basic unit of heredity?

A. cell

B. chromosome

C. gene

D. species

The demand for more food is due to a. the spread of disease. b. the growth of the human population. c. uncontrolled scientific experimentation. d. extinction.

Describe one problem that scientists must overcome to develop a vaccine for HIV.

Which of the following issues is not an existing problem that biologists can help solve?

a. destruction of rain forests

b. extinction of plants and animals

c. AIDS

d. snowmelt in the Rockies

For the question, write on a separate sheet of paper the letter of the correct answer.

What is a group of organisms that can produce fertile offspring?

F. gene

G. kingdom

H. reproduction

I. species

Relate three of the seven major themes of biology to the life of a harp seal.

Explain how genetic engineering can improve food supplies.

Differentiate independent variables from dependent variables.

One of the first branches of biology to be developed was taxonomy, the naming and grouping of organisms. Why is taxonomy important to communication about biology?

Some people believe that scientists should not tamper with a person's genes. Do you think biologists should use gene therapy to try to cure diseases? Explain your answer.

Make a concept map that outlines scientific investigations in biology. Try to include the following terms: biology, observation, communication, hypotheses, predictions, experiments, and theories.

What arguments could you offer for and against the removal of forests to make room for new neighborhoods?