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Levels organization
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atoms | The smallest part of a cell. |
| Molecules | Made of one or more atoms bonded (stuck) together. |
| Cells | Smallest functional unit of life. All living organisms are composed of one or more cells. |
| Tissues | Make up the second level of organisation. They are formed by joining of the cells that have similar function or structure. |
| Organs | A group of tissues that preform a specific function or a group of functions. ( Example = the heart) |
| Organ Systems | A collection of organs that work together to preform a specific function. ( Example = the digestive system ) |
| Organism | A living thing that's able to perform simple acts of survival. ( Example = humans, plants, bacteria ) |
| Population | A group of organisms that are of the same species. ( Example = wolves ) |
| Community | A group of interacting species sharing a populated enviroment. ( Example = wolves, rabbits, and grass living creatures 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 that is made up of similar ecosystems. ( Example; rain forest, tundra, desert.) |