Questions and Answers
Which characteristic of life primarily involves the ability to maintain stable internal conditions despite external changes?
What is the role of enzymes in metabolism?
Which form of reproduction allows organisms to produce offspring without the involvement of another organism?
Which characteristic of life is concerned with passing on genetic information and adapting over time?
Signup and view all the answers
In the context of cellular structure, which statement is true?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary function of metabolism in living organisms?
Signup and view all the answers
What defines growth and development in living organisms?
Signup and view all the answers
Which process illustrates responsiveness in plants?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following characteristics is unique to prokaryotic cells?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a key feature that both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells share?
Signup and view all the answers
Which option correctly describes eukaryotic cells?
Signup and view all the answers
What differentiates the DNA structure of prokaryotic cells from that of eukaryotic cells?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is an example of a eukaryotic cell?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Characteristics of Life
- Heredity/Adaptation: Ability to pass on genetic information and adapt over time; DNA carries genetic information; mutations can lead to adaptations.
- Metabolism: Set of chemical reactions maintaining life, including anabolism (building up) and catabolism (breaking down); enzymes are crucial for facilitating these reactions; involves energy production and consumption.
- Cellular Structure: All living organisms are made of one or more cells; cells are the fundamental units of life; can be unicellular (e.g., bacteria) or multicellular (e.g., plants, animals).
- Reproduction: Ability to reproduce independently or with another organism; includes asexual and sexual reproduction, ensuring species continuation.
- Growth and Development: Process of increasing size and complexity; involves cell division and differentiation; includes life cycle stages and aging processes.
- Homeostasis: Maintenance of stable internal conditions despite external fluctuations; regulates temperature, pH, water, and nutrient levels.
- Responsiveness: Capacity to detect and react to environmental changes; includes stimulus-response mechanisms; examples include plant tropisms (e.g., toward sunlight) and animal nervous systems.
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
- Prokaryotic Cells: Simple, unicellular organisms lacking membrane-bound nuclei; examples include bacteria and archaea; characterized by absence of a nucleus, circular DNA, no membrane-bound organelles, and smaller size (0.1-5 μm).
- Eukaryotic Cells: Complex cells with membrane-bound nuclei and organelles; examples include plants, animals, fungi, and protists; characterized by membrane-bound nucleus, linear DNA organized in chromosomes, presence of membrane-bound organelles (e.g., mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum), larger size (10-100 μm), and various reproduction methods (mitosis, meiosis).
Similarities between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
- Both possess a cell membrane.
- Contain cytoplasm.
- Have ribosomes for protein synthesis.
- Contain DNA as genetic material.
- Carry out metabolic processes.
Differences between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
- Nucleus: Absent in prokaryotes, present in eukaryotes.
- DNA Structure: Circular in prokaryotes, linear in eukaryotes.
- Organelles: No membrane-bound organelles in prokaryotes, membrane-bound organelles in eukaryotes.
- Cell Size: Prokaryotic cells are smaller, while eukaryotic cells are larger.
- Examples: Prokaryotes include bacteria and archaea, while eukaryotes include plants, animals, fungi, and protists.
Study Recommendations
- Regularly review these concepts and connect them to real-world examples.
- Review class slides and personal notes for better understanding.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Related Documents
Description
Test your knowledge on the 7 Characteristics of Life with this quiz study guide. Explore key concepts including heredity, metabolism, and adaptation that define living organisms. This guide will help you understand how these characteristics contribute to the diversity of life on Earth.
