5 Questions
Which of the following is a common characteristic used to determine if something is alive?
Breathing
What is a potential indicator of life in plants?
Visible growth
Why do we consider a dog, cow, or man as alive even when they are asleep?
They are breathing
What is a limitation of using visible movement as the defining characteristic of life?
Some movements are too small to see
What is a potential indicator of life in plants that have leaves of colors other than green?
Visible growth
Study Notes
Characteristics of Life
- Response to stimuli is a common characteristic used to determine if something is alive
Indicators of Life in Plants
- Growth and change in color are potential indicators of life in plants
- Plants with leaves of colors other than green can still be alive, as color is not a definitive indicator of life
Criteria for Life
- Organisms, such as dogs, cows, and humans, are considered alive even when asleep because they still exhibit characteristics of life, such as cellular respiration
Limitations of Visible Movement
- Using visible movement as the defining characteristic of life is limited, as it does not account for organisms that are dormant or asleep
Test your knowledge on how to determine if something is alive or not. From observing breathing patterns to identifying characteristics in plants, this quiz will challenge your understanding of life's signs and distinctions.
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