7 Characteristics of Life

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What are the 7 characteristics of life?

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1. Made of cells 2. Reproduction 3. Metabolism (energy use) 4. Homeostasis (internal balance) 5. Growth and development 6. Response to stimuli 7. Adaptation through evolution

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What is the definition of homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

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Do living things need energy to survive?

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Yes, all living things need energy to survive.

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What characteristic of life does an amoeba represent?

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An amoeba is a unicellular organism, representing the characteristic that all living things contain cells.

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What is the term for the process by which living things respond to their environment?

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Response to stimuli.

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What is metabolism in the context of living organisms?

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Metabolism refers to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life, including energy use.

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What is the significance of growth and development in living organisms?

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Growth and development are essential characteristics of life, indicating that organisms change and mature over time.

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How do living things adapt to their environment?

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Living things adapt through evolution, which allows them to survive and reproduce in changing environments.

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What is the difference between living and non-living things?

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Living things exhibit characteristics such as growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli, while non-living things do not.

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Can you give an example of homeostasis in humans?

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An example of homeostasis in humans is the regulation of body temperature.