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“Biology” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Human Biology

1. Why do some people have blue eyes and others have brown eyes?
2. Why is it important to exercise every day?
3. Why is it important to get enough sleep?
4. How many chromosomes are in a human cell?
5. Why do we need water in our diet?

II. Cell Biology

6. What is DNA?
7. What are cells?
8. What is the process of digesting food?
9. What is the difference between a red blood cell and a white blood cell?
10. What are the functions of the kidneys?

III. Plant Biology

11. How do plants adapt to their environment?
12. What is photosynthesis?
13. Where does photosynthesis occur?
14. How does light affect plant growth?
15. What are some examples of adaptation in animals?

IV. Microbiology

16. What is the difference between a bacterium and a virus?
17. What happens when you get a cold or flu?
18. Are humans related to monkeys?
19. What is an enzyme?
20. What is the difference between an organism and a non-living thing?

V. Human Body Systems

21. What are the functions of the brain?
22. How does the body protect itself from infections?
23. What are vitamins, minerals and nutrients, and what do they do for our bodies?
24. How long can you live without water?
25. Why do we need oxygen to breathe?

VI. Genetics

26. What are the 6 kingdoms of life?
27. What is an organism?
28. What are the differences between a plant and an animal?
29. How do we get our energy from food?
30. How does pressure affect the boiling point of water?

VII. Ecology

31. What is the difference between an organism and an ecosystem?
32. What are some examples of ecosystems?
33. How do humans impact ecosystems?
34. What is biodiversity?
35. Why is it important to protect the environment?

VIII. Evolution

36. What is evolution?
37. How do species adapt over time?
38. What is natural selection?
39. How do fossils help us understand evolution?
40. What evidence supports the theory of evolution?

IX. Nutrition

41. What are healthy foods?
42. Why is a balanced diet important?
43. How does food affect our health?
44. What is the role of fiber in our diet?
45. How can we make healthy food choices?

X. Health and Wellness

46. What are some ways to stay healthy?
47. Why is mental health important?
48. How can we manage stress?
49. Why is it important to have regular check-ups?
50. What are some common health problems?

XI. Anatomy

51. What are the major organs in the human body?
52. What is the function of the heart?
53. How does the respiratory system work?
54. What is the role of the liver?
55. How do muscles help us move?

XII. Environmental Biology

56. How do humans affect the environment?
57. What is climate change?
58. Why is recycling important?
59. How can we protect endangered species?
60. What are some ways to conserve water?
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