BIO 350 Wk 1 Discussion – Basics of Life

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.

Read Ch. 1 and 2 of Biology.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

• What distinguishes living things from non-living things? Throughout history, various societies have defined life differently. Based on your scientific experience, what is your definition? How has it changed as you have progressed through your education?
• What makes water unique? How are these properties important to life?

Write in full sentences and in your own words. Direct quotes will not count towards the word requirement or your grade. If you use outside sources provide references in APA format. Course-level sources will be reliable and scholarly. Add a reference in APA format. Rely on scholarly resources in this class.

Due Monday

Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional. Substantive replies will earn credit. All substantive replies will contain factual information about the subject. If you use outside sources provide references in APA format. Course-level sources will be reliable and scholarly.