Table of Contents
Preface iv
Unit 1 Scientific Inquiry 1
I Explanations of Natural Phenomena 2
II Testing of Proposed Explanations 7
III Analysis of Testing Results 20
IV Laboratory Requirements for Part D 34
V Laboratory Skills and Current Events in Biology 43
Unit 2 Understanding and Applying Scientific Concepts 67
I Similarity and Diversity Among Living Things-Life Processes 67
II Homeostasis 95
III Cell Function and Structure 96
IV Chemistry of Living Organisms 100
V Genetic Continuity 120
VI Organic Evolution 142
VII Continuity of Life by Means of Reproduction 159
VIII Dynamic Equilibrium in Living Things 176
IX Interdependence of Living Things 200
X Human Impact on Ecosystems 225
Appendix
Answer Key 247
Answers Explained 251
Glossary of Biological Terms 339
Living Environment Regents Examination-June 2012 365
Answers to Regents Examination 402
Living Environment Regents Examination-June 2013 403
Answers to Regents Examination 439
Index 440