5 Questions
What distinguishes matter with biological processes from matter that does not?
Capacity for homeostasis, organisation, metabolism, growth, adaptation, response to stimuli, and reproduction
What makes defining viruses as living organisms difficult?
They replicate only in host cells
When did life originate?
At least 3.5 billion years ago
Who proposed the theory that living things have souls and embody both form and matter?
Aristotle
What is the core chemical element mentioned in the text that forms biochemical molecules in living things?
(C) Carbon
Test your knowledge on the definition and characteristics of life, including concepts such as homeostasis, organization, metabolism, growth, adaptation, and reproduction. Explore the challenges in defining living systems, including the unique nature of viruses.
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