Living and non living things

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What is an organism?

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An organism is a living thing that can live on its own.

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What is an example of a living thing interacting with another living thing?

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Plants attracting insects.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of living things interacting with each other?

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Frogs sleeping in the mud at the bottom of the pond.

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What is an interaction between plants and a nonliving thing?

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Sandy soil holding the roots of plants.

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What are non-living things?

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Non-living things are objects that do not have life, such as rocks, water, and air.

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What do plants need from their environment to grow?

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Plants need sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil.

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How do animals interact with plants?

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Animals can eat plants, spread their seeds, or use them for shelter.

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What is the role of sunlight in the life of plants?

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Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, which allows plants to make their own food.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into food.

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Can non-living things affect living things?

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Yes, non-living things like water and soil are essential for the survival of living things.

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