Lecture 8/29 Flashcards
What is Biology
The study of life
Biosphere
The zone of life on planet Earth
Ecosystem
A community of living organisms and the non-living parts of their environment
Community
The interacting, living populations that live in the same area
Population
A group of organisms of the same species living in the same area
Organism
A distinct living thing
Organ system
A group of organs joined as a unit to perform a function
Organ
A group of tissues joined as a unit to perform a function
Tissue
A group of specialized cells that perform a similar function
Cell
The basic unit of life
Organelle
A specialized part within a cell
Molecule
A group of atoms that are chemically bonded together
Atoms
The building blocks of all matter
How to classify a living thing
Order, Reproduction, Growth/development, Energy Processing, Response to stimulants, Homeostasis (regulation), Evolutionary Adaptations
What are the three hierarchy of the organization
Archaea, Bacteria, Eukaryota
