introduction Flashcards
1
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Biochemistry
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science of life processes
2
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common characteristics shared by living systems
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- cellular organisation
- ordered complexity
- sensitivity
- growth, development, reproduction
- energy utilisation
- homeostasis
- evolutionary adaptations
3
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cellular level
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atoms
molecules
organelles
cells
4
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organism level
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tissues (group of similar cells)
organs
organ system
5
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populational level
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population (same living in the same place)
species (similar)
biological community (different)
6
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ecosystem level
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populations and their environments
7
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biosphere
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entire planet
