1.2 Characteristics of Living Organisms

How do living organisms display organization within their structure

Multicellular organisms are made up of many cells, these cells are grouped together into tissues, tissues are grouped together to form organs, and certain organs grouped together form organ systems

Reproduction

A biological process that aims to maintain continuity of a species

Example of stimulus and response

The Venus Flytrap grows in nitrogen deficient soil. It relies on the consumption of insects as a source of nitrogen that is essential for the formation of necessary nutrients

Homeostasis

A state of equilibrium of an organism’s internal conditions, that are essential for its survival

Adaptation

An organism’s ability to withstand changes within the surrounding environment, determined by its genetic makeup