1. The study of life and living things - “organisms”
What is Biology?
The study of life and living things - “organisms”

2. Characteristics of Life
Organization
All living things are made of cells

3. Reproduction
Living things are capable of producing offspring
This keeps their species alive

4. Heredity
Genetic information (DNA) is passed from one generation to the next

6. Growth and Development
Growth occurs as an organism increases in size
Development occurs when structures are formed or changed during an organism’s lifetime

7. Metabolism
Living things obtain and use energy in a variety of ways.

8. Response to Stimuli
Living things respond to their environment

9. Homeostasis
Living things maintain a stable internal environment

10. Evolution
Species change over time as they adapt to their environment