Challenge your students to think beyond memorization with this rigorous and engaging biology activity that redefines what it means to be alive. Perfect for high school or honors biology, this resource combines molecular biology, cell theory, biochemistry, and evolutionary theory to help students apply scientific reasoning to real-world and theoretical examples like viruses, fire, robots, and synthetic cells. Standards Alignment: NGSS HS-LS1-1: Structure and Function NGSS HS-LS1-2: Systems of Spe