Question

Starting with the molecular level in Figure 1.3, write a sentence that includes components from the previous (lower) level of biological organization; for example: “A molecule consists of atoms bonded together.” Continue with organelles while moving up in the biological hierarchy.

Short answer

The components of the biological organization from the lowest level to the highest level are atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organisms, populations, communities, ecosystems, and the biosphere.

Step-by-step solution

Meaning of biological organization

Life can be defined by the systemic approach that involves the formation of complicated biological structures and systems. The organized and systemic approach is called the biological organization.

Microscopic levels of biological organization

The atoms combine with each other to form the molecules. These molecules further aggregate and form specialized structures, which are called cellular organelles. These are the functional units of cells. All living organisms have cells as the smallest living unit.

The tissue is the collection of the cells that collectively function together and act as one structure. The tissue is made up of similar cells in function and structure.

Macroscopic levels of biological organization

Organs are the collection of structurally and functionally similar tissues. Organs involved in a similar function work together to form an organ system. An organism results from the structural and functional synchronization of different cells or tissues, organs, and organ systems in the body.

An organism carries out all the life processes. Population refers to the entire living organisms that are available to interbred and live in a distinct geographical area. The association of the indigenous animals, plants, and other smaller organisms, which interact to form a particular habitat, is known as an ecological community. The summation of the abiotic environment and the community is referred to as an ecosystem. The integrated functioning of all the ecosystems, interrelating all organisms and abiotic factors, is called the biosphere. Biodiversity is one of the parts of the biosphere that plays important functions.