life functions

Which life function is shown in the picture?

• Growth

• Reproduction

• Synthesis

• Transport

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

The person in the picture is sweating to keep his body temperature constant. Which word describes this?

• Excretion

• Respiration

• Metabolism

• Homeostasis

Which is the only life function you do not have to do to stay alive?

• Reproduction

• Excretion

• Nutrition

• Transport

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

The picture shows a root of a plant. Roots can carry water to the stem from the ground. Which life function is this?

• Synthesis

• Nutrition

• Transport

• Respiration

The plant in the picture is using sunlight to do photosynthesis. Which life function is this?

• Nutrition

• Respiration

• Growth

• Regulation

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Which life function uses oxygen and glucose to make Energy?

• Regulation

• Synthesis

• Nutrition

• Respiration

What is the term used to describe an organism moving from one place to another?

• transport

• locomotion

• walking

• movement

All organisms must maintain and regulate their internal conditions in a changing enviornment. What is this called?

• homeostasis

• -taxis

• locomotion

• transport

Which of the following is an example of homeostasis?

• Polar bears having white fur to blend in with their environment and avoid predators

• The neck of a giraffe getting longer over time so it can better reach tall trees for food

• Sweating after a long run in the heat to help your body cool down

• Touching a hot pan and quickly pulling your hand away to not get burned

Which organ is in the digestive system?

• heart
• lungs
• brain
• stomach