Living vs. Non-Living Things

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What is a living thing?

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A living thing is an organism that grows, reproduces, and takes in nutrients.

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What is a non-living thing?

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A non-living thing is something that does not grow, reproduce, or take in nutrients.

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Can non-living things move?

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Yes, some non-living things can move, like water or a chair being pushed.

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What are some examples of living things?

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Examples of living things include animals, plants, and insects.

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What are some examples of non-living things?

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Examples of non-living things include rocks, chairs, and water.

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How can we tell if something is living?

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We can tell if something is living if it grows, reproduces, and takes in nutrients.

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What does it mean to reproduce?

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To reproduce means to create new living things, like animals having babies or plants making seeds.

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What does it mean to grow?

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To grow means to increase in size or change over time, like a baby growing into an adult.

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What is an example of a living thing that can fly?

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An example of a living thing that can fly is a butterfly.

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What is an example of a non-living thing that can be moved?

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An example of a non-living thing that can be moved is a chair.