ap biology - introduction
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AP BiologyAn introduction to
Properties of Life
Highly ordered Evolution and
adaptation Responses Regulation Energy Processing Growth/
development Reproduction
Hierarchical Organization Atoms Molecules Macromolecules Organelles Cells Tissues Organs Organ Systems Organisms Populations Communities Ecosystems (biomes) Biosphere
Cells
Eukaryotic Cells: nucleus and membrane-bound organelles
Prokaryotic Cells: DNA in cytoplasm; few, if any, organelles
Emergent Properties
Many processes only result as a result of complex interactions
Feedback
Negative Feedback: End product slows the process that creates that product
Positive Feedback (less common): High levels of end product increase production
Classification
3 Domains:
Bacteria Archaea Eukarya
▪ Protists▪ Fungi▪ Plants▪ Animals
Structure vs. Function
*Almost always on AP exam!*
Occurs at all levels
Examples:▪ Leaves▪ Morphine/
heroine