Biology Characteristics of Life
by Cameron Baldwin
Before the beginning: Atoms
The atom is the smallest unit of most chemical compounds, which is what is needed to even begin the life of this giant cat.
Cells
The tiger, like any other living thing, is made up of cells. Cells are the building blocks of life, for any living thing. Since the cells of the tiger have a nucleus, they are eukaryotic cells.
Groups of Cells
Whether its tissues, organs, organ system, etc. All animals have groups of cells to work together to keep the life of the organism alive and well.
Organism
Individual living thing.
Ex: SIberian Tiger
Populations
Group of organisms of on type of animal that live in the same area.
Ex: Siberian Tigers populations are located Far East Russia mainly
Community
Populations that live in together in a defined area.
Ecosystem
Community and its nonliving surroundings.
Biosphere
The part of earth that contains all ecosystems