12 Questions
What does the term 'homeostasis' mean?
Keeping the internal environment constant
How do humans help maintain body warmth?
By consciously selecting appropriate clothing
What is the purpose of taxonomy in biology?
To identify organisms based on their characteristics
Why is biological classification considered logical?
Due to the increasing structural complexity at each level
What is biology?
The study of all living things
Which statement describes natural organization in biology?
It is a system based on increasing structural complexity
Which of the following is a characteristic of living organisms?
Maintaining homeostasis
What does a hierarchical biological classification system involve?
Grouping organisms by increasing structural complexity
What is the smallest unit of life?
Cell
Which level of organization includes a cohesive group of similar cells performing a specific function?
Tissue
Which characteristic of life involves adapting to the environment?
Responding to external stimuli
What do organ systems do in an organism?
Work together to maintain the life of the individual
Explore the fundamental concepts of biology and the definition of life. Learn about the characteristics that all living things share, such as organization, energy utilization, and homeostasis.
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