Living, Non-living, or Dead Practice

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What is a living thing?

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A living thing is an organism that has life, can grow, reproduce, and respond to its environment.

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What is a non-living thing?

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A non-living thing is an object that does not have life and does not grow or reproduce.

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What is a dead thing?

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A dead thing was once living but no longer has life.

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Example of a living thing?

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A caterpillar is an example of a living thing.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

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Example of a non-living thing?

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A rubber band is an example of a non-living thing.

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Example of a dead thing?

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Fresh cut flowers are considered dead because they are no longer living.

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What is bread yeast classified as?

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Bread yeast is classified as a living organism.

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What happens to tea leaves after they are harvested?

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Tea leaves are considered dead after they are harvested and dried.

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Can a pupa be considered a living thing?

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Yes, a caterpillar pupa is considered a living thing as it is in a stage of development.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

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What characteristics define living things?

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Living things grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and require energy.

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