Appearance, Behavior, and Physiology

Definition

These are aspects of an organism's phenotype. Appearance refers to physical characteristics, behavior involves actions or reactions, and physiology relates to bodily functions.

Related terms

Morphology: The study of the forms and structures of organisms. It's like studying the cover art and layout of our biography book.

Ethology: The scientific study of animal behavior. This is like reading a detailed chapter on your daily routines in our biography book.

Homeostasis:

The ability or tendency of an organism or cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes. It's like having a good editor who ensures all parts of your life story remain balanced and consistent.