Biology Basics

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What are the different levels of organization that biologists study?

Biologists study life at multiple levels of organization, from the molecular biology of a cell to the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals, and evolution of populations.

What are the unifying themes of biology?

The unifying themes of biology are: all organisms are made up of cells, evolution explains the unity and diversity of life, energy processing is important for life, and all organisms are able to regulate their own internal environments.

Why is energy processing important for life?

Energy processing allows organisms to move, grow, and reproduce.

What is the role of genes in organisms?

Genes encode hereditary information and are responsible for transmitting traits from one generation to the next. Signup and view all the answers

How do biologists conduct their research?

Biologists use the scientific method to make observations and pose questions. Signup and view all the answers

What are the main themes that unify the field of biology?

The main themes that unify the field of biology are the presence of cells, the role of genes, the process of evolution, and the ability of organisms to regulate their internal environments. Signup and view all the answers