15 Questions
Which property of life is homeostasis associated with?
Regulation
What is the correct order of organization from smallest to largest within the biological hierarchy?
Atoms, molecules, cells, organelles, tissues, organs and organ systems, biosphere, ecosystems, communities, populations, multicellular organisms
What is meant by emergent properties in the context of the biological hierarchy?
New properties that emerge when parts come together in a system
How do molecules support the idea of emergent properties?
Molecules come together to create new properties to sustain life
How do cells support the idea of emergent properties?
Cells have a mind of their own and can sustain life differently from individual molecules
Which level of organization is associated with the ability to control and maintain the body's heat to 37℃?
Organ systems
What process is responsible for creating oxygen and serving as an energy source for organisms?
Photosynthesis
What role do tissues play in supporting emergent properties?
Combining cells to form new abilities and functions
What is the name given to organisms that create their own food and energy source through photosynthesis?
Producers
What characteristic distinguishes a prokaryotic cell from a eukaryotic cell?
Presence of a nucleus
What purpose does replication serve?
To duplicate genetic information in DNA
How does DNA direct the creation of proteins within cells?
Through transcription to create RNA and then translation to make proteins
What is the difference between a reactant and a product in a chemical reaction?
A reactant is used to make products, while a product is the result of a chemical reaction.
What are enzymes in biological processes?
Biological molecules that speed up reactions by allowing them to happen faster and more smoothly
How does negative feedback differ from positive feedback?
Negative feedback inhibits an action, while positive feedback promotes it.
Test your knowledge about homeostasis and levels of organization in living organisms. Learn about the body's system to maintain balance and the different levels of organization within living organisms.
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