Life Characteristics Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of all living organisms?

• Cellular organization

• Ability to fly

• Photosynthesis

• Having a backbone

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The primary function of metabolism in living organisms is (a)  

• To reproduce
• To grow
• To convert food into energy
• To respond to stimuli

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During a biology class, Mason asked, 'Which term describes the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment?'

• Metabolism

• Homeostasis

• Growth

• Reproduction

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What is the process by which organisms produce new individuals of the same species?

• Metabolism

• Growth

• Reproduction

• Homeostasis

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Which of the following is an example of a response to stimuli?

• A plant growing towards light

• A cell dividing

• An animal breathing

• A human digesting food

Answer explanation

A plant growing towards light is an example of a response to stimuli because it demonstrates phototropism, where the plant responds to light by growing towards it.

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Which structure is considered the basic building block of all living organisms?

• Molecule

• Cell

• Tissue

• Organ

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Which of the following best describes growth in living organisms?

• Increase in size and number of cells

• Decrease in size

• Change in color

• Movement from one place to another

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

• Homeostasis

• Metabolism

• Growth

• Reproduction

Answer explanation

Metabolism refers to the chemical reactions that occur within a living organism to maintain life, making it the correct choice in this context.

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(a)   is NOT a characteristic of life.

• Cellular organization

• Metabolism

• Inability to adapt

• Response to stimuli

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The process by which organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions is called _____

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