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Levels of Org.
Levels of Organization
Term | Definition |
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Atom | The smallest unit of matter. It's like the tiniest building block of everything, like LEGO pieces for the universe. |
Molecule | A group of atoms bonded together. It's like a small group of LEGO pieces stuck together to make something more complex. |
Organelle | Tiny structures inside a cell that have specific jobs. They're like little machines in the cell, each doing a different task. |
Cell | The basic unit of life. It's like a small living room where all the important stuff happens in an organism. |
Tissue | A group of similar cells working together. It's like a bunch of people with the same job working in the same office. |
Organ | A structure made of different tissues that performs a specific function. It's like a team of people in the office working together on a big project. |
Organ System | A group of organs working together for a common purpose. Think of it as different teams in the office collaborating on a big project. |
Organism | A single, individual living thing. It's like one person or animal, such as you or your pet. |
Population | A group of the same type of organisms living in the same area. Think of it as all your classmates in your biology class. |
Community | All the different populations of organisms living together in one place. It's like all the students, teachers, and staff in your school. |
Ecosystem | A community of living organisms and their physical environment. It's like your school, the building, the playground, and all the people and animals in it. |
Biome | A large area with a specific climate and certain types of plants and animals. Think of it as a big region with its own unique character, like a desert or a rainforest. |
Biosphere | The entire part of Earth where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere. It's like the whole planet, with everything that lives on it. |