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SCIENCE
QUARTER 2 – MODULE 2
LEVELS OF
BIOLOGICAL
ORGANIZATION
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Science
QUARTER 2
Module 2: Levels of
Biological Organization
(Week 3)
JERRY R. TAMAYO
Master Teacher II
Don Ramon E. Costales Memorial National High School
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What I Need to Know
Biology is a very broad and complex topic. It studies life to unfold its mysteries.
Scientists have categorized and defined life in several levels of organization. These
levels start from the smallest unit of life up to the largest and most complex.
The performance of bodily functions depend on the component parts of a living
thing. A common example is yourself. What makes you up? How do each of your part
function and work together as a whole? These component parts are arranged in
different levels and perform specific functions.
This module will help you describe the different levels of organization from cell
to biosphere. In each successive level of organization, the complexity of life increases
and a distinguishable property can be observed. Are your ready for this another
journey of learning to further understand the complexity of life?
This module has one lesson:
Lesson 1: Levels of Biological Organization
MELC: Describe the different levels of biological organization from cell to biosphere
(S7LT-IIc-3)
After going through this module, you are expected to:
● identify the different levels of biological organization; and
● describe how the parts that make up a level of organization affect the
higher levels of organization.
What I Know
Directions: Read each item carefully. Write only the letter of the correct answer for
each question. Use a separate sheet for your answers.
1. At which smallest level of organization in an organism can the characteristics of life be carried
out?
A. cell
B. tissue
C. organ
D. organ system
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2. Each part of an organ system plays a specific function. Which of the following structures
DOES NOT match its function?
A. eyes: sight
B. heart: circulation
C. stomach: digestion
D. kidneys: respiration
3. Which level of biological organization does the picture belong?
A. cell
B. tissue
C. organ https://www.bioexplorer.net/10-levels-biological-organization.html/
D. organ system
4. What makes up all living things on earth?
A. biosphere
B. community
C. ecosystem
D. population
5. Which is the correct sequence from smallest to the biggest levels of biological organization in
an organism?
A. cell > tissue > organ > organ system > organism > population > community > ecosystem >
biosphere
B. cell > tissue > organ > organism > organ system > community > population > ecosystem >
biosphere
C. cell > organ > tissue > organ system > organism > population > community > biosphere >
ecosystem
D. cell > tissue > organ > organ system > population > organism > biosphere > ecosystem >
community
6. How do you call a group of similar cells that perform a specific function?
A. organ
B. tissue
C. organism
D. organ system
7. The organ system of plants consists of root and shoot systems. Why is it important for these
organ systems to work together?
A. to grow and survive
B. to avoid pests and other animals
C. to survive floods and strong winds
D. to survive droughts and earthquakes
8. Ulysses’ father was hospitalized due to chest pain and difficulty breathing . Laboratory
examination revealed increased cholesterol in the blood. Which organ system is mostly
affected?
A. nervous system
B. digestive system
C. excretory system
D. circulatory system
9. What are communities made up of?
A. atoms
B. same species
C. different ecosystems
D. different populations
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10. Which of the following levels of the biological organization describes correctly?
I. Cell is the basic building block of life.
II. Tissue is a group of interrelated cells that perform the same function.
III. Organism is composed of various organ systems that function altogether.
IV. Organ is a collection of tissues and similar structures that all function as one.
A. I and II only
B. II and III only
C. III and IV only
D. I, II, III, IV
Lesson
LEVELS OF BIOLOGICAL ORGANIZATION
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What’s In
Before you get started with this module, recall the things you have learned about the
parts and its functions of the microscope. This will refresh your familiarity with the previous
lesson.
Direction: To label the parts of the microscope, arrange the jumbled letters to unlock the
correct part with the given clue beside it.
Part Function
ECEIPEYE contains magnifying lenses where to
look through
DOBY BETU a long tube that holds the eyepiece and
connects it to the objectives
RACORSE MENTADJUST this knob moves the body tube up and
BONK down for focusing
NIEF ADMENTJUST NKOB this knob moves the body tube slightly
to sharpen the image
VOLVINGRE PIECENOSE holds two or more objectives lenses and
rotates in order to change power
WOL PEROW TIVEOBJEC which has the shortest lens and is
marked 10x or 12x
GIHH PEWOR OBIVEJECT which has the longest lens and is
marked 40x, 43x, or 60x
LOI MERSIONIM JECTVEOBI which used to view bacteria and is
marked 97x or 100x
RAM support the tube and connects it to the
base; used to carry the microscope with
GATES where slides are placed for viewing
GETAS LIPSC hold the slide in place
INNATIONCLI INJOT where the arm connects to the base;
used to tilt microscope back for more
comfortable viewing
RORRIM the source of light which is usually
found near the base of the microscope
SABE supports the microscope 3
What’s New
Have you ever asked yourself what makes you up and the other living things around
you? Absolutely, you are an organism just like plants and animals. Take a closer look at the
unlabeled diagram and answer the questions below.
1. What parts of the human body do you see?
2. To which organ systems do these parts belong?
3. How do these organ systems work together?
4. What do you think will happen if one body part or
organ does not function well?
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What is It
Take a look around you. Life is found almost everywhere on Earth. In fact, the vast
diversity of organisms present is indeed fascinating. Different species of plants, various types
of animals, and all sorts of organisms comprise our planet. But did you ever wonder how each
life form is in any way interconnected? Absolutely, such a hierarchy in the biological
organization is sufficient enough to show the complexity of life. Doesn’t that make you
appreciate life more?
Our planet is indeed composed of a variety of living things ranging from a simple cell
to a massive sphere of life forms. While each organism tends to vary in size and function, still,
no one lives alone and can live alone. Each organism somehow depends on or affect the life of
other living organisms and non-living factors in the environment. Any change in a part of one
system can drastically increase or decrease the chances of survival of an organism.
The Earth is assumed to be about 4.5 billion years old for that much time, various
species of organisms have already emerged and disappeared. Multicellular organisms like
animals and plants are composed of different levels of the organization. However, it is quite
ironic how in order to maintain equilibrium (balance), living organisms are classified in a
hierarchical and orderly manner according to their level of complexity.
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Table 1. The Levels of Biological Organization Arranged from Lowest to Highest
LEVELS OF
BIOLOGICAL DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
ORGANIZATION
The basic structural and functional
cell unit of life.
A group of cells performing similar
functions.
tissue
A group of tissues performing
similar functions.
organ
A group of organs performing
similar functions
organ system
The living thing is composed of
various organ systems that function
organisms
altogether.
Group of individual organisms of
the same species living in a
population
particular area.
Populations of all species living and
interacting in an area at a particular
community
time.
One or more communities of
different species interacting with
ecosystem
one another and their nonliving
environment.
It is basically the sum of all
ecosystems on Earth.
biosphere
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What’s More
Directions: Study the example of levels of biological organization in the third column. Then,
write the missing letter/s in the box to complete each level in the second column.
Finally, arrange the levels of biological organization from largest to smallest in
the first column.
DESCENDING
( largest to LEVELS OF BIOLOGICAL
EXAMPLE
smallest ) ORGANIZATION
ORDER
E O Y T M
R A S S E
P U T N
O N
I P R
I U E
C M N Y
C L L
O R S M
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What I Have Learned
Directions: Match the words under Column B with its definition under Column A. Write the
letters of your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Column A Column B
___1. different organ systems that are integrated a. cell
___2. cells of the same type that are grouped together to perform a b. biosphere
common function
___3. formed when such individuals reside a common environment c. tissue
at a given time
___4. several organs working together to perform a common d. ecosystem
function
___5. topmost level in the hierarchy of living organisms e. organ
___6. the interactions of different populations with each other f. community
___7. a group of different tissues united to perform a common g. organ system
function
___8. basic unit of life h. population
___9. a community of organisms interacting with each other i. organism
and with their environment
j. biome
What I Can Do
Directions: Arrange the levels of biological organization from the simplest to the most complex
by writing inside the boxes. Then, give one example of each level
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Assessment
Directions: Read each item carefully. Write only the letter of the correct answer for
each question. Use a separate sheet for your answers.
1. Which of the following statements describe cells?
A. A group of cells performing similar functions.
B. A group of tissues performing similar functions.
C. A group of organs performing similar functions.
D. The basic structural and functional unit of life.
2. Which of the following is an organ of the circulatory system?
A. brain
B. heart
C. lungs
D. stomach
3. Which of the following differentiates organs from tissues?
A. Organs and tissues are made up of cells.
B. Organs and tissues make up an organ system.
C. Tissues make up organs; cells make up tissues.
D. Organs make up tissues; tissues make up organs.
4. Which of the following units is the highest level of biological system?
A. biosphere
B. community
C. ecosystem
D. population
5. Which is the correct order from biggest to smallest levels of biological organization in an
organism?
A. cell > tissue > organ > organ system > organism > population > community > ecosystem >
biosphere
B. biosphere > ecosystem > community > population > organism > organ system > organ >
tissue > cell
C. cell > organ > organism > community > biosphere > tissue > organ system > population >
ecosystem
D. biosphere > community > ecosystem > population > organ system > organism > tissue >
cell
6. The kidneys function to filter and to remove the waste from the blood that is harmful to the
body. What might happen to the person if it fails to function?
A. The kidney will be damaged.
B. The cells of the kidney will be affected.
C. There is no significant effect on the person.
D. The person will suffer and need to undergo dialysis treatment.
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7. Plants also have organ systems. Which plant organs DOES NOT belong to the shoot system?
A. flower
B. leaf
C. root
D. stem
8. Smoking causes diseases in the respiratory system. The organs and tissues are
damaged by this activity. What is the effect of diseased cells on a higher level of
organization in an organism?
A. Diseased cells do not affect the other parts of an organism.
B. Smoking affects only the next higher levels of organization that they make up – the
tissues.
C. Smoking affects only certain kinds of organs and does not affect any other kind of
organ in the human body.
D. Diseased cells damage the higher levels of organization they make up: tissues,
organs, organ systems, and eventually, the whole organism.
9. Which of the following is a population?
A. mountain stream
B. all frogs in a pond
C. hawks, barred owls, and eagles in Davao
D. blue-tailed skinks (lizards) and snakes around a barn
10. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Groups of organs working together are called cells.
B. Groups of cells working together are called tissues.
C. Groups of organs working together are called organisms.
D. Groups of tissues working together are called organ systems.
Additional Activities
Directions: Use the following terms to identify the term being described by the word/phrase:
cell organ system ecosystem
tissue population
organ community
_____ 1. muscle in the heart
_____ 2. yeast
_____ 3. mosquitoes in the forest
_____ 4. forest
_____ 5. root of the mango tree
_____ 6. respiratory system
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Answer Key
10. D 14. eyepiece
13. coarse adjustment knob
9. 5-ORGANISM
9. D 8. 9-CELL 9. d
12. fine adjustment knob
8. D 11. revolving nosepiece 7. 3-COMMUNITY 8. a
7. A 10. stage
6. 8-TISSUE 7. e
6. B 9. mirror
5.1-BIOSPHERE 6. f
5. A 8. inclination joint
7. base 4. 7-ORGAN 5. b
4. A 6. stage clips 3. 4-POPULATION 4. g
3. C 5. LPO/Low Power Objective SYSTEM 3. h
2. D 4. OIO/Oil Immersion Objective
2. 6-ORGAN 2. c
1. A 3. HPO/High Power Objective
2. arm
1. 2-ECOSYSTEM 1. i
1. body tube
10. B
biosphere
9. B
ecosystem
8. D
community
7. A
population
6. D 6. organ system
organism
5. B 5. organ system
system
4. A 4. ecosystem
organ
3. C 3. population
organ
2. B 2. cell
tissue
1.D 1. tissue
cell
References
Books
Alvie J. Asuncion et.al. K to 12 Science - Grade 7 Learners Material.
Pasig City: Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd- BLR), 2017.
Anna Cristina G. Nadora et. al. Conceptual Science and Beyond 7.
Quezon City: Brilliant Creations Publishing, Inc., 2013.
Delfin C. Angeles et.al. Science Vistas 7.
Makai City: Salesiana Books by Don Bosco Press, 2013.
Josefina Ma. Ferriols-Pavico et. al. Exploring Life Through Science - K to 12 Edition.
Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., 2013.
Websites
https://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/pdf-view/7168/
https://www.bioexplorer.net/10-levels-biological-organization.html/
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Name: ________________________ Date: _______________
Grade/Section: ___________________ Score: _______________
Title of the Activity: Levels of Biological Organization
Most Essential Learning Competency: Describe the different levels of biological organization from
cell to biosphere
K to 12 BEC CG: S7LT-IIc-3
Part 1
Directions: Identify the term being described in each sentence. Write your
answer on the blanks.
__________1. It is the basic unit of structure and function in a living thing.
__________2. It is composed of any cells of the same type working together to perform a function.
__________3. It is made up of different tissues working together to form a structure with a specific
function.
__________4. It consists of different organs working together to perform a major process in an
organism.
__________5. It is a single living thing that has all of the characteristics of life.
Part 2
Directions: Identify to which organ system does each of the following organ belongs.
Write your answer on the spaces provided.
ORGAN ORGAN SYSTEM
1. heart -
2. lungs -
3. blood -
4. kidney -
5. brain -
6. spinal cord -
7. bone -
8. muscles -
9. ovary -
10. stomach -
Part 3
Directions: Match the organ system in column A with the corresponding function in
column B. Write the letter of your answer on the line before each
number.
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