Evolution notes
Evolution is the gradual change from simple to more complex forms. Evolution in organisms has occurred over the years. This is explained through interaction of the genetic makeup and the environment.
Evolution is the gradual change from simple to more complex forms. Evolution in organisms has occurred over the years. This is explained through interaction of the genetic makeup and the environment.
Genetics is the study of inheritance. Inheritance brrings about passage of important characteristics from the parents to the offsprings. The chapter helps explain the similarity and differences between organisms.
Ecology is a branch of biology dealing with the study of the relationship between living organisms with the environment and among themselves.
Growth is an irreversible increase in size of an organism while development is the irreversible change in complexity of the organism.
Reproduction is the process by which mature living thing gives rise to a new individual of the same kind. The new individual formed brings about the continuity of the species.
Classification is the grouping of living things based on their similarities in characteristics. Those with similar characteristics are put in one group. This makes it easier to study organisms.
Radioactivity is the process by which an unstable nuclide undergoes decay forming a more stable nuclide and releasing particles.
Metals are important for daily running of the life. A student needs to understand the extraction process and be able to relate it to the chemistry. The uses of metals are also covered.
Alkanols are important chemicals for industrial processes. The chapter is meant for the form four class to enable them understand the concepts clearly.
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