
Organism Classification
Grade 8th Grade · Science · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe how organisms are classified into a hierarchy based on their characteristics.
Warm-Up Video
Amoeba Sisters · 5:11
Biological Levels in Biology: The World Tour
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The most basic living level that makes up all of life is the cell, and a group of cells working together forms tissues.
- 2
Organs are made up of tissues, and multiple organs working together form an organ system.
- 3
A population consists of the same species, while a community includes multiple populations, and an ecosystem includes both biotic and abiotic factors.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“List the levels of biological organization in order from simplest to most complex, as described in the video.”
Teacher Guide
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