Ten Themes of Biology
Adaptation and Evolution
Changes in genes in each generation lead to inherited traits that help an organism survive and reproduce
Cellular Basis of Life
Organisms are made of cells and most multicellular organisms have cells that are specialized for different functions
Regulation
Organisms have the ability to regulate their internal conditions, for example body temperature
Interaction with the Environment
As part of and ecosystem, each organism interacts continuously with its environment
Form and Funtction
How something works is related to its structure - "form fits function." An example would be a bird's wing which has hollow bones and feathers
Biology and Society
Humans apply biology in many ways - medical procedures, stem cell research, and environmental issues are some examples
Scientific Inquiry
Involved asking questions about nature and biology then using observations and experiments to answer those questions
Energy and Life
Life requires organisms to preform work which depends on energy. Energy is needed for moving, growing, and reproducing
Biological Systems
Shows a combination of parts can preform a more complex organization called a system - bone + muscle + nerves -> hand
Reproduction and Inheritance
The ability of organisms to reproduce their own kind, or make offspring