Characteristics of Life

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What is a characteristic of life that involves the creation of new individuals?

Back

All living things reproduce.

Front

What is the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms?

Back

Cell.

Front

What do all living things have in common regarding their cellular structure?

Back

They are composed of one or more cells.

Front

What characteristic of life refers to the ability to maintain a stable internal environment?

Back

Homeostasis.

Front

What characteristic of life involves the transformation of energy to carry out life processes?

Back

All living things use energy.

Front

What is the process by which living things grow and develop?

Back

Growth and development.

Front

Why are rocks considered non-living?

Back

They are not made of cells.

Front

What characteristic of life is demonstrated by a plant growing towards sunlight?

Back

All living things respond to stimuli.

Front

What is the term for the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life?

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Metabolism.

Front

What do we call the process by which living organisms produce offspring?

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Reproduction.