Non-Living

The video tutorial explains the difference between living and non-living things. Non-living things have never been alive, such as rocks, water, and sand, while living things are or were once alive, like animals and plants. The video compares their characteristics, noting that living things grow, need resources, and reproduce, unlike non-living things. It also discusses ecosystems, where non-living elements like water and soil affect living organisms. Human-made non-living items, such as cars and computers, are also covered. The video concludes by prompting viewers to consider the non-living things they use daily.

Which of the following is an example of a non-living thing?

• A fish

• A rock

• A tree

• A bird

What is one characteristic that distinguishes living things from non-living things?

• Living things are made of plastic

• Living things do not grow

• Living things reproduce

• Living things do not need water

In an ecosystem, how do non-living things affect living things?

• Non-living things provide food for living things

• Non-living things have no effect on living things

• Non-living things can provide shelter and resources

• Non-living things reproduce with living things

Which of the following is a human-made non-living thing?

• A computer

• A tree

• A mountain

• A river

Why is water considered a non-living thing?

• Because it is alive

• Because it is made by humans

• Because it can move

• Because it does not grow or reproduce