1.1-1.3 Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is structure?
The general framework of an object
What is function?
How an object is used
how do you change the function of an object?
Changing the structure of an object
how would the structure of an object change?
Changing the framework of an object
how does the structure of a horses teeth reflect the function of a horses teeth?
Horses teeth mostly consist of molars, which is important for chewing harder materials like hay.
How would the structure of human teeth differ from the structure of lion’s teeth?
Lions teeth: Sharper teeth
Human teeth: Sharper teeth in the front and flat teeth in the back
What is the model of life
P: Programming
M: Metabolism
C: Container
What is a living creature?
Something that is alive or was alive
What is a non living creature?
Something that has never lived
What is an example of metabolism?
gaining and using energy from the environment
Are Viruses alive based on the PMC model of life?
Technically, viruses are not alive because they can’t gather and use energy.
Based on the PMC model of life, are single celled organisms, like bacteria and viruses, alive?
Technically
What is the smallest level of organization?
Atom
What is the largest level of organization?
BIosphere
What is an example of a organ system?
Respiratory, circulatory, Skeletal
What is an example of a biome?
tundra
Can single celled organisms form ecosystems and populations?
Yes
