10-THEMES OF BIOLOGY

Shows that a combination of parts can form a more complex organization called a system.

How something works is related to its structure: "Form Fits Function."

Humans apply biology in many ways -- medical procedures, stem-cell research, & environmental issues are some examples.

Life requires organisms to perform work, which depends on energy. Energy is needed for moving, growing, & reproducing.

Organisms have the ability to regulate their internal conditions such as body temperature.

As part of an ecosystem, each organism continuously interacts with its environment.

The ability of an organism to reproduce their own kind, or to make offspring.

Asking questions about nature & biology then using observations & experiments to answer those questions.

Organisms are made of cells & multi-cellular organisms have cells that are specialized for different functions.

Changes in genes in each generation lead to inherited traits that help an organism to survive.