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What is the smallest structural unit of living organisms?
What is the smallest structural unit of living organisms?
The cell
State one similarity between living beings and non-living things.
State one similarity between living beings and non-living things.
Both are made up of matter
Name two examples of unicellular organisms.
Name two examples of unicellular organisms.
Amoeba and Paramecium
What is a unique ability of living beings for sustaining their species that non-living things do not possess?
What is a unique ability of living beings for sustaining their species that non-living things do not possess?
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Why is a cell known as the basic functional unit of life?
Why is a cell known as the basic functional unit of life?
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Which characteristic feature of living organisms involves the intake and use of nutrients?
Which characteristic feature of living organisms involves the intake and use of nutrients?
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What defines a multicellular organism?
What defines a multicellular organism?
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What scientific term is used for the ability of living organisms to react to their environment?
What scientific term is used for the ability of living organisms to react to their environment?
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Name one characteristic feature that distinguishes living organisms from non-living things.
Name one characteristic feature that distinguishes living organisms from non-living things.
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Who coined the term 'cell' for the structural and functional unit of life?
Who coined the term 'cell' for the structural and functional unit of life?
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Study Notes
Similarities Between Living Beings And Non-Living Things
- Both living beings and non-living things are composed of matter.
- They both occupy space and have mass.
- Both are made up of small structural units that cannot be seen with the naked eye and require microscopes to visualize.
Differences Between Living And Non-Living Things
- Living beings exhibit unique characteristics that distinguish them from non-living things, including growth, nutrition, movement, reproduction, and excretion.
Characteristics Of Living Organisms
- Living organisms possess structural organisation, with cells being the basic 'building block' or 'structural unit' of life.
- Growth is a characteristic feature of living organisms.
- Movement is a fundamental characteristic of living organisms.
- Respiration occurs in living organisms.
- Reproduction is a vital function of living organisms.
- Living organisms respond to stimuli.
- Food and nutrition are essential for living organisms.
- Excretion is a necessary process in living organisms.
- Living organisms have a definite life span.
Structural Organisation
- A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life.
- Cells divide to form new cells, and all functions necessary for life take place within a cell.
- Organisms can be classified as unicellular (made up of one cell) or multicellular (made up of multiple cells).
- Examples of unicellular organisms include Amoeba and Paramecium.
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Explore the similarities between living beings and non-living things, including their composition, structure, and physical properties. Learn to distinguish between the two and understand their commonalities.
