Diversity of Living Things

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Which characteristic of living things refers to their ability to produce offspring?

Growth

Response to the environment

Reproduction (correct)

Needs

What do living things require to survive?

Entertainment and companionship

Air, food, and water (correct)

Sunlight and machines

Shelter and clothing

How do living things respond to their environment?

By staying completely still

By moving or altering behavior (correct)

By changing their habitat

By growing at an accelerated rate

Which example best illustrates the characteristic of growth in living things?

A seed growing into a plant Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of living things?

Absorption of sunlight Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of flowering plants?

They bear flowers that develop into fruits. Signup and view all the answers

How do non-flowering plants propagate?

By spores stored in spore bags. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a flowering plant?

Avocado Signup and view all the answers

What type of plant reproduces through spores rather than seeds?

Fern Signup and view all the answers

Where are spore bags located in non-flowering plants?

On the underside of the leaves. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic that differentiates mammals from other animal groups?

They produce milk and suckle their young. Signup and view all the answers

Which group of animals is characterized by having moist skin?

Amphibians Signup and view all the answers

What unique feature do insects possess that is not found in mammals or birds?

Exoskeleton Signup and view all the answers

How do reptiles primarily reproduce?

Laying leathery-shelled eggs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about fish?

They have fins which help them to swim. Signup and view all the answers

How do fungi primarily reproduce?

By spores Signup and view all the answers

What is a major characteristic of birds that distinguishes them from mammals?

They have a pair of wings. Signup and view all the answers

Which group includes animals that are able to live both on land and in water during different life stages?

Amphibians Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about fungi is incorrect?

Fungi can photosynthesize like plants. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method of breathing for amphibians as adults?

Through lungs or moist skin Signup and view all the answers

What beneficial role do fungi play in the environment?

They break down dead matter into simpler substances. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fungi is known for its culinary use?

Button mushrooms Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is caused by certain types of fungi?

Ringworm Signup and view all the answers

What process do fungi use to break down dead matter?

Decomposition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a way fungi can be beneficial?

Providing ingredients for antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT true for fungi?

Fungi can make their own food Signup and view all the answers

What type of environment do most fungi prefer to grow?

Damp and warm places Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fungi is considered harmful?

Mold on food Signup and view all the answers

What process do bacteria use to break down dead matter into simpler substances?

Decomposition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a useful bacterium?

Lactobacillus Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is true for most bacteria regarding nutrition?

They rely on consuming other living organisms or their remains. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about harmful bacteria is correct?

They can lead to illnesses such as food poisoning. Signup and view all the answers

How do oil-consuming bacteria contribute to the environment?

By aiding in the clean-up of oil spills Signup and view all the answers