Basic Biology Vocabulary

Basic Biology Vocabulary.

Biology → scientific study of life. DNA → genetic material. Stimulus signal to which an organism responds. Sexual Reproduction reproduction in which two - parent cells unite to form a new organism. Asexual Reproduction → reproduction involving a single parent and genetically identical offspring. Homeostasis → constant internal physical and chemical conditions. Metabolism → combination of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials. Biosphere → part of earth in which life exists. Unicellular → single-celled organism.