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levels of organisation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atoms | the smallest part of a cell |
| molecules | made of one or more atoms bounded (stuck) together |
| oraganelles | composed of molecules and carry out specific functions of each cell |
| cells | smallest funtional unit of life . All living organisms are composed of one or more cells |
| tissues | make up the second level of organisms. They are formed by joining of the cells that have similar funcrion or structure. |
| organs | a group of tissues that perform by joining of the cells that have similar funtion or structure |
| organ systems | a collection of organs that work together to perform a specific function (Example: the digestive system ) |
| organism | a living thing thats able to perform simple acts of survival ( example : humans , plants , and bacteria ) |
| population | a group of organisms of the same species (Exampe: wolves) |
| community | a group of interacting species shared a populated enviroment ( Example: wolves, rabbits , and grass living in the same area |
| ecosystem | has organisms but also includes the land, water, air , rocks , and other non-living things in the area |
| biome | a major regional or global community thatr is made up of similar ecosystems ( Example: rainforest , tundra, and desert |