Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
In biology terms, resources refer to any substance that is required by a living organism for normal growth, maintenance, and reproduction. These could include food/nutrients, light/sunlight for photosynthesis in plants etc.
Related terms
Nutrients: Substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.