Problem
Part I:
• What is life? Write your own definition about what first comes to mind. Write at least 100 words. We will keep revisiting this definition throughout this course. For this first version of it, focus on your initial association. If you have additional associations, add them in a list. Perhaps you can also think of a saying/expression, a euphemism, or a song about life. (100 words)
• Think of an image that says "life" to you, find an approximate picture of it online, and upload it here (see FAQ section in "useful stuff" folder for tech help). Note that plagiarism rules also apply to all the D2L posts, whether it's words or images, so always list your sources.
Part II:
• Research the biological characteristics of life (sometimes also called characteristics of living things). You will find that there are varying definitions online: both the names of characteristics and their number vary (anywhere from six to ten). Watch out, some are even inaccurate, which some critical thinking will help you discover. Look at a minimum of five different sources (texts/videos) and compile your own list of characteristics with explanations. Which names mean the same thing? Which are only sub-categories of others? Which ones are not accurate (and why)? How many do you end up with? Post your list with explanations (bullet points are ok) and your five sources (formatted in proper bibliographic style) under discussions.(100 words)
• Read Jabr's text (PDF below) and watch the video in the article (find the PDF file in the content folder, with the video link added in the description of that item). Take notes about the content and the problems/questions the text and video raise and add them to your discussion post.(100 words)
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.