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This recap emphasizes the intricate organization of living organisms, highlighting their components working harmoniously. Students will explore how living beings are classified as "highly organized" by examining virtual dissections of plants and salmon. By identifying parts of each organism, students will gain a deeper understanding of biological systems. They will answer essential questions about the commonalities between plant and animal anatomy, how these organisms function as systems, and the significance of their organized structures, ultimately fostering a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of life.
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01/08/14 Virtual Dissections “Characteristics of Life” recap…
A few points… 1) Living organisms are considered “highly organized”. This means that living organisms are made of different components working together in a very intricate, precise way.
We are going to learn how living organisms are highly organized.* Are all living things highly organized? Go to the following website and explore the plant and salmon dissections. http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=275892
See the plant dissection; identify the parts of the plant by drawing them in your science notebook. See the salmon dissection; identify the parts of the salmon by drawing them in your science notebook.
Please answer these questions in your notebook: What did both the plant and animal have in common during the virtual dissection? How is a living organism a system? What parts of the system could you identify? How are the parts of the organisms highly organized?