What is 'living'?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the definition of 'living' and its characteristics, specifically focusing on growth and reproduction in living organisms. It requires a clear understanding of these biological concepts and may involve reflecting on the various attributes that differentiate living entities from non-living ones.
Answer
Growth, reproduction, metabolism, response to the environment, self-organization
Characteristics of living include growth, reproduction, metabolism, response to the environment, and self-organization
Answer for screen readers
Characteristics of living include growth, reproduction, metabolism, response to the environment, and self-organization
More Information
All living organisms share several key characteristics or functions such as order, sensitivity or response to the environment, reproduction, adaptation, growth and development, regulation, homeostasis, and energy processing.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing living characteristics with those of non-living entities, or only considering one or two characteristics out of the full list.
Sources
- What Is Living? - Defining Factors of a Living Thing - BYJU'S - byjus.com
- What makes something living? – Principles of Biology - openoregon.pressbooks.pub
