Characteristics of Living Things Quiz
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Which factor is NOT used in the classification of living organisms into domains and kingdoms?

  • Reproduction method (correct)
  • Cell type
  • Feeding type
  • Cell number
  • What is the smallest amount of an element that consists of protons, neutrons, and electrons?

  • Atom (correct)
  • Macromolecule
  • Cell
  • Molecule
  • Which characteristic is NOT a factor influencing homeostasis in living organisms?

  • Concentration of glucose
  • Presence of ions in water
  • Temperature
  • Size of molecules (correct)
  • What group of atoms held together by chemical bonds is exemplified by glucose?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the self-regulating process by which a living organism maintains a stable internal environment?

    <p>Homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a group of atoms held together by chemical bonds?

    <p>Molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines matter as being composed of extremely small particles called atoms?

    <p>Mass and space occupation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of metabolism in living organisms?

    <p>Reproduction and growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered in the classification of living organisms into domains and kingdoms?

    <p>Reproduction method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of an atom has a neutral charge?

    <p>Neutron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which a living organism can adapt to changing external conditions while maintaining a stable internal environment?

    <p>Homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which elements make up about 96% of living organisms?

    <p>Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structure of a protein based on?

    <p>Peptide bonds between amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is responsible for the storage, transmission, and translation of genetic information?

    <p>Nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of carbohydrate consists of long chains of monosaccharides?

    <p>Polysaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of triglycerides in living organisms?

    <p>Storage of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound accounts for over 70% of total cell mass?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

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