Zoology by Miller and Harley 5th Edition | Chapter 1 | Pdf
Notes
Here are some important bullet points,
Zoology:
The study of animals and their
behavior, physiology, evolution, ecology, and classification.
History of zoology:
The study of the history of zoology
from ancient times to modern era.
Characteristics of living organisms:
The seven characteristics of living
organisms: organization, metabolism, responsiveness, growth, reproduction,
adaptation, and evolution.
Levels of organization in biology:
The different levels of organization
in biology, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms, populations,
communities, and ecosystems.
Scientific method:
A systematic approach to
investigating phenomena through observation, hypothesis testing,
experimentation, and data analysis.
Biodiversity:
The variety of life on Earth, its
importance for ecosystem stability and human well-being, and the threats to
biodiversity such as habitat destruction and climate change.
Major themes in zoology:
Evolution, ecology, and genetics, and
their interconnections.
Classification of organisms:
The classification of organisms into
different taxonomic groups, and the binomial naming system used to name
species.
Animal behavior:
The basic principles of animal
behavior, including instinct, learning, and communication, and the different
types of animal behavior.
Interactions between animals and their environment:
How animals interact with their
environment, including their physical, chemical, and biological interactions,
and ecological niches.
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