Chapter 1 - Biology in The 21st Century
Chapter 1 - Biology in The 21st Century
Chapter 1 - Biology in The 21st Century
Life on Earth
BIOSPHERE
All of the environments on Earth, and the living organisms that inhabit them
BIODIVERSITY
Bio = “life” Diversity = “variety”
The variety of all the different types of life on earth
There is more biodiversity near the equator, due to the warm temperatures
SPECIES
A specific living organism that can breed and reproduce
There are over two million species that have been discovered
So What is Biology Anyways?
Biology is the scientific study of all forms of life.
While Science is the knowledge we have gained by observing natural events and
conditions.
ADAPTATION:
an inherited characteristic that gives an advantage.
Research:
Biological Advances
● Biotechnology
● Genetically modified organisms
● Genetic Screening