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Which characteristic involves an organism reacting to changes in its environment?
Which characteristic involves an organism reacting to changes in its environment?
What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
Which of the following best describes the process of removing waste products from a living organism?
Which of the following best describes the process of removing waste products from a living organism?
Which characteristic is most directly associated with an increase in the overall size of an organism?
Which characteristic is most directly associated with an increase in the overall size of an organism?
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Producing offspring of a species is a function of which characteristic?
Producing offspring of a species is a function of which characteristic?
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Flashcards
Excretion
Excretion
The removal of waste products from a living organism.
Respiration
Respiration
The process that makes energy from food available to organisms.
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
The ability to detect changes and respond to surroundings.
Growth
Growth
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Reproduction
Reproduction
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Living Organisms
- Movement: Moving all or part of the body
- Respiration: A process making energy from food available to organisms
- Sensitivity: Detecting changes in the surroundings and responding to them
- Growth: Getting bigger, especially young organisms
- Reproduction: Making more of the same type of organism
- Excretion: Removing waste products from a living thing
- Nutrition: Taking in or making food
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental characteristics that define living organisms. Covering aspects such as movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, and nutrition, it provides insights into how organisms interact with their environment and sustain life. Test your knowledge on these essential traits and deepen your understanding of biology.
