click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
bio ch 1.2
science of life
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| domain | the broadest category that contains the kingdoms in it. |
| kingdom | the highest taxonomic category, which contains a group of similar phyla. |
| ecology | study of organisms interacting with each oher and the environment. |
| ecosystem | community of living species and their physical environments. |
| evolution | process where inherited traits in populations change over time. |
| natural selection | organisms with certain favorable traits are better off to survive and reproduce than other organisms that lack these traits. |
| adaptation | traits that improve an individuals ability to survive and reproduce. |