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living system

/ˈlɪvɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/
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Other forms: living systems

In biology, a living system is a set of parts that work together to maintain stability and life. Living systems also interact with their environment.

Examples of living systems range from the simplest single-celled organisms to entire ecosystems. There are many living systems inside your own body, including the circulatory system, in which a network of cells and tissues interact to keep your blood flowing and your body alive. In fact, your whole body is a living system that coordinates many smaller subsystems, including cells, tissues, and organ systems. All living systems are biological units that interact with their environment, using energy to maintain internal stability.

Definitions of living system
  1. noun
    a biological system of interconnected parts that work together as a unit for survival and stability
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