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Char. of Life
Characteristics of Life & Biology Themes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the 6 characteristics of life? | All organisms are made of cells, use energy for metabolism, reproduce, respond to stimuli, grow and develop |
| What is metabolism? | All of the chemical processes that build up or break down materials |
| When a caterpillar changes into a butterfly, is this an example of growth or development? | Development |
| What is the definition for growth? | To increase in the amount of living material. |
| What does it mean for an organism to develop? | The organism matures & gains the ability to reproduce. |
| What are the 6 themes of biology discussed in class? | All living things are have systems, have structures that have functions, maintain homeostasis, evolve and adapt. |
| What is the structure of an organism? | The shape or form. |
| What is the function of a structure? | The job that the structure performs. |
| What is homeostasis? | The maintaining of constant internal conditions to survive in diverse environments. |
| Shivering to warm up or becoming thirsty or hungry are all examples of what? | Homeostasis |
| What is the definition of evolution? | The change in a species over time. |
| What are adaptations? | Inherited traits that help an organism better survive. |