iology is the scientific study of life
and living organisms. It
encompasses a wide range of
fields and focuses on
understanding the structure,
function, growth, evolution,
distribution, and interrelationships
of all living things. Here’s an
:overview
Main Branches of Biology
Cell Biology: Study of the .1
structure and function of cells,
.the basic units of life
Genetics: Exploration of .2
heredity and variation in
organisms, focusing on DNA
.and genes
Ecology: Study of how .3
organisms interact with their
.environment and each other
Evolutionary Biology: .4
Investigation of the origins and
.changes in species over time
Physiology: Examination of the .5
functions and mechanisms in
.living organisms
Microbiology: Study of .6
microorganisms like bacteria,
.viruses, and fungi
Zoology: Study of animals and .7
their behavior, structure, and
.evolution
Botany: Study of plants, .8
including their physiology,
.structure, and ecology
Key Concepts in Biology
Cell Theory: All living organisms .1
are made of cells, and the cell is
.the basic unit of life
Genetic Code: DNA carries the .2
instructions for the development
.and functioning of life
Evolution: Life evolves over .3
time through natural selection
.and adaptation
Homeostasis: Organisms .4
maintain internal stability
.despite external changes
Energy Flow: Life processes .5
require energy, often derived
from sunlight or chemical
.compounds
Levels of Biological Organization
Biology examines life at different
:scales
Molecular Level: DNA, RNA, .1
.proteins, and other molecules
Cellular Level .2
