The levels of organization Flashcards
1
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Atom
A
the smallest unit of matter
2
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molecule
A
a group of atoms held together by covalent bonds
3
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Macro molecule
A
a very large molecule
4
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cell
A
basic unit of life
5
Q
tissue
A
many cells that function together
6
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organ
A
a structure that performs one or some specific functions in the body
7
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organ system
A
a collection of organs preforming a function together
8
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organism
A
a living entity
9
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Population
A
all living organisms of the same species living in the same area
10
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Community
A
living organisms in an area
11
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Ecosystem
A
all living an non living things in a given area
12
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biosphere
A
all living organisms and their nonliving environment on the planet.
