Describe the basic characteristics of living organisms and the levels of organization of living things.

List the molecules that set living things apart from the nonliving world and explain why the DNA molecule is important.

Explain the interdependence of life on Earth, and describe the flow of energy.

Discuss how living things are scientifically classified and list the three domains and four kingdoms and the basic characteristics of organisms found within each classification.

Discuss the limits of science.

List the three foundational ideas of modern biology, and explain their significance.

Identify the four main points that are the foundation of Darwin's theory of evolution.

Explain the use of the scientific method.

Differentiate between a theory and a hypothesis.

Describe the importance of the basic concepts, processes, and principles of biology to everyday life.