Characteristics of Living Organisms

<p>DNA sequencing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biosphere (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain a balanced internal state for optimal function. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to survive in a specific environment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cell (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A small structure performing a specific function within a cell. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By detecting environmental changes and eliciting appropriate responses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two or more atoms bonded together. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sodium, potassium, and calcium ions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasing heart rate in response to exercise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are multicellular eukaryotes with no cell wall. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are primary consumers that eat plants. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To systematically investigate phenomena and develop theories. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plants and some bacteria. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One that feeds on decomposing organic matter. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a testable statement based on observations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They consume other organisms or organic matter. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Carnivores and omnivores. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unicellular organisms are composed of a single cell, while multicellular organisms are composed of many cells. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fertilization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Growth is a physical change, while development includes both physical and functional changes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are specialized structures that facilitate movement in microscopic organisms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sum of all chemical reactions occurring within an organism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A lizard regrowing its tail after losing it. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are a diverse group that includes photosynthetic and non-photosynthetic species. (B), They are the most diverse and widespread prokaryotes with the ability to live in a variety of environments. (C), They are all microscopic single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They reproduce by binary fission. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Protista (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They reproduce by binary fission. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are autotrophic and use photosynthesis to produce energy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bacteria have cell walls made of peptidoglycan, while archaea do not. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are responsible for growth by cell division. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of living organisms and their interactions.

Differentiation based on characteristics like growth and reproduction.

Basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.

Organisms consisting of a single cell.

Organisms made up of multiple cells.

The ability of an organism to produce offspring.

The sum of all chemical processes that occur within an organism.

The ability of an organism to change position or location.

The balanced internal state maintained by living organisms.

The ability of organisms to detect and respond to environmental changes.

The ability of organisms to survive in specific environments.

The basic building block of matter, made of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

A neutral structure formed from two or more atoms bonded together.

Specialized subunit within a cell performing specific functions.

A group of similar cells working together to perform a function.

A structure composed of different tissues working together for specific functions.

A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

An individual living entity capable of growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

All individuals of the same species living in a specified area.

A community of living organisms interacting with their non-living environment.

Single-celled prokaryotic organisms, microscopic in size.

A method of asexual reproduction in which a single organism divides into two identical organisms.

Single-celled prokaryotes, diverse and can thrive in extreme environments like salty lakes and hot springs.

Domain containing organisms with complex cells, including plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

Mostly unicellular eukaryotes; include protozoa, algae, and molds, can be autotrophic or heterotrophic.

Eukaryotic organisms with cell walls made of chitin, heterotrophic and saprotrophic, can be multicellular or unicellular.

Multicellular eukaryotic organisms with cell walls of cellulose, autotrophic and photosynthetic.

Thin filaments that make up the body of fungi, involved in nutrient absorption.

A kingdom that includes multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that do not have a cell wall.

Organisms with complex cells containing a nucleus.

Organisms that cannot make their own food and instead consume other organisms.

Organisms that produce their own food from raw materials and energy, like plants.

Consumers that feed on decomposing organic matter and waste.

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, to be tested through experiments.

A procedure undertaken to test a hypothesis and gather data.

The hierarchy in ecosystems, including producers, primary consumers, and secondary consumers.