section 1.1-1.3 Flashcards
what is structure?
what something is made up of
how does structure determine function?
how somethings shape and size determines how it works
what does the PMC model tell you?
what classifies something as alive
what does PMC stand for
P-program
M- metabolism
C-container
what is the difference between book criteria and PMC model?
very similar but the book gives more in detail
what is the smallest level of living thing
atom
what is the largest classification of living thing
biosphere
what is an example of an organ system
digestive
what is the definition of a cell
smallest unit capable of life
what is the difference between population and community
population is the same species in an area and community is different species in the same area
what is an example of programming in the PMC model
DNA/ reproduction
what is an example of metabolism in the PMC model
getting and using energy
what is an example of container in the PMC model
maintaining homeostasis
what are three things considered to be alive?
deer, humans, birds
what are the levels of organization from smallest to largest
atom, molecule, organelle, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism, population, community, ecosystem, biome, biosphere
