Characteristics of Life Review

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What are the 8 characteristics of living things?

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1. Made of cells 2. Reproduce 3. Grow and develop 4. Obtain and use energy 5. Respond to their environment 6. Adapt and evolve 7. Maintain homeostasis 8. Have DNA

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True or False: Breathing oxygen is one of the characteristics of living things.

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FALSE

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Which characteristic from the list is NOT one of the 8? (Adapting, Growing, Moving, Having DNA)

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Moving

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A bird laying eggs in a nest would be an example of which characteristic of life? (Made of cells, Adapt and Evolve, Maintain Homeostasis, Reproduce)

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Reproduce

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True or False: Nonliving things can share SOME qualities of living things.

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TRUE

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Which characteristic of life would apply to the scenario: Many desert animals have changed over time to have lighter-colored fur to reflect sunlight? (Grow and Develop, Adapt and Evolve, Reproduce, Made of cells)

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Adapt and Evolve

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Define 'Homeostasis'.

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Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What does it mean for an organism to 'Adapt and Evolve'?

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It means that over generations, species change in response to their environment, improving their chances of survival.

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What is the significance of DNA in living organisms?

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DNA carries genetic information essential for growth, development, and reproduction.

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Explain the term 'Reproduce' in the context of living things.

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Reproduce means to produce new individuals of the same kind, ensuring the continuation of a species.