Chapter 1: The Study of Life
Welcome to your first chapter in biology! In this chapter, you’ll explore the foundational principles that define life and how we study it. You’ll learn about the eight characteristics that all living things share, the role of biologists in fields like medicine and conservation, and the methods scientists use to ask questions and test ideas. This chapter sets the stage for everything else we’ll study this year—so take your time, learn the vocabulary, and build a strong foundation.



