15 Questions
What is a characteristic of living organisms?
Highly organized structure
How do living organisms respond to their environment?
They sense changes in stimuli and respond accordingly
What is a method of reproduction for living organisms?
Asexual reproduction
What is necessary for living organisms to maintain homeostasis?
Ability to adapt to different conditions
What is an example of adaptation for maintaining homeostasis?
Muscle contraction and shivering to generate heat when cold
What is not a characteristic of living things?
Breathing
What distinguishes living organisms from non-living things?
Ability to reproduce
What are the six main elements that make up living things?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur
What are the four major carbon-based molecules found in cells?
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids
What is the most abundant molecule in cells?
Water
What is the function of the circulatory system in humans?
Transports blood around the body
What are the two types of organisms based on the number of cells they are made of?
Unicellular and Multicellular
What do nucleic acids contain?
The genetic information of the cell
What is the main function of the respiratory system in humans?
Facilitates gas exchange
What is the role of the immune system in the body?
Protects the body from pathogens
Test your knowledge of living organisms with this quiz! Explore the characteristics that distinguish living things from non-living things, including highly organized structures and interdependence. From vertebrates to bacteria, challenge yourself to understand what it means to be alive.
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