Chapter 7- Biological Organisation Flashcards
1
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Name biological organisations from smallest to largest.
A
Atom, molecule, cell organelles, cell, tissue, organ, system of organs, organism, ecosystem, biome, biosphere
2
Q
What is an organic compound?
A
Compounds that originate in living organisms, contain large numbers of carbon atoms, they have large and complex molecules and are combustible in Oxygen.
3
Q
What are macromolecules?
A
Molecules that are large in size
4
Q
Name three organic compounds.
A
Carbohydrates, lipids (fats) and proteins
