1. Studying Life 1-3

2. What is biology? Biology is the science that seeks understanding of the living world.

3. Characteristics of Living Things What is a cell? – A cell is a collection of living matter enclosed by a barrier that separates the cell from its surroundings.

4. Characteristics of Living Things The truth about cells: –A cell is the smallest unit of an organism that can be considered alive. –A multi cellular organism may contain trillions of cells. –Organisms are made up of cells.

5. Characteristics of Living Things What are two types of asexual reproduction? –A single-celled organisms divides in half to form two new organisms. –A portion of an organism splits off to form a new organism.

6. Characteristics of Living Things Living things are based on a universal genetic code.

7. Characteristics of Living Things The truth about living things: –For bacteria growth is simply increase in size. –Each type of organism has a distinctive life cycle. –Cells may change in number but never differentiate.

8. Characteristics of Living Things Why does an organism need energy and materials and a constant supply of materials? –An organism uses energy and materials to grow, develop, and reproduce.

9. Characteristics of Living Things What is metabolism? –It is the combination of reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials as it carries out its life processes.

10. Characteristics of Living Things Do all organisms respond to the environment in exactly the same ways? –NO

11. Characteristics of Living Things What is homeostasis? –It is the process by which organisms keep their internal conditions fairly constant (the same.)

12. Branches of Biology Zoologist –Focuses studies on animals. Botanist –Focuses studies on plants. Paleontologist –Focuses studies on ancient life.

13. Levels of Study

14. The largest level of biological study is the

15. Everyday Biology What kinds of information can the study of biology provide about matters affecting human society? –Biology helps you understand all forms of life and helps you understand what affects the quality of your life.