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ICSE · Class 9 · Biology

48 flashcards for Introducing Biology (ICSE Class 9 Biology) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "What is science?"

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Basics of ScienceBasics of BiologyHistory of Biology
Card 1Basics of Science

What is science?

Answer

Science is an organised body of knowledge supported by observation and experimentation, derived from the study of natural phenomena of the entire material universe.

Card 2Basics of Biology

What does biology study?

Answer

Biology is the study of living beings, including all plants and animals, and humans. It is also called the study or science of life.

Card 3Basics of Biology

Why is biology sometimes called Life Science?

Answer

Biology is sometimes called Life Science because it focuses on life and life processes in living organisms.

Card 4Basics of Biology

What does the word biology mean?

Answer

The word biology means the study or science of life. In Greek, bios means life and logos means study.

Card 5History of Biology

Who is called the Father of Biology?

Answer

Aristotle is called the Father of Biology because he was the first person to study animals in sufficient detail.

Card 6History of Biology

Who is called the Father of Botany?

Answer

Theophrastus is called the Father of Botany because he mainly studied plants.

Card 7History of Biology

Who is called the Father of Medicine?

Answer

Hippocrates is called the Father of Medicine because he rationalized the science of healing and treating the sick.

Card 8History of Biology

What was the role of ancient India in biology?

Answer

Ancient India developed classifications of animals and plants. It also introduced rice cultivation and developed more than 1,000 varieties of rice.

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What are the important topics in Introducing Biology for ICSE Class 9 Biology?
Key topics in Introducing Biology include What is Biology?, Growth of Biology, Branches of Biology, Applied Biology and Its Uses. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
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There are 48 flashcards for Introducing Biology covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise Introducing Biology for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Introducing Biology. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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