Section 1.1: Video Notes (Characteristics of Life)

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The basic unit of life is called a (n)

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cell

Front

Which characteristic of living things explains a cat having a litter of kittens?

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living things reproduce

Front

Which characteristic of living things explains why humans sweat when hot? Options: maintaining a stable internal environment, growth and development, using energy, ability to reproduce

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maintaining a stable internal environment

Front

Which characteristic of life does the presence of DNA in all cells best describe?

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living things are based on a universal genetic code

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Rocks, water, air, sun, and soil are...

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nonliving

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Which one of these is NOT one of the characteristics of living things? Options: All living things are made of cells, All living things reproduce, All living things eat, All living things evolve

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All living things eat

Front

Characteristic shown in the image?

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Organisms grow and develop

Front

Which characteristic is shown in the image?

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Organisms react to stimuli

Front

Which characteristic is shown in the image?
Options:

Organisms reproduce

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Organisms react to stimuli

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Organisms can adapt

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Organisms use and obtain energy

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Organisms are made up of cells

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Organisms use and obtain energy

Front

What is the reason your body shivers when you step out into the cold?

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All living things maintain homeostasis