Characteristics of Life Review

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What are the characteristics of life?

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The characteristics of life include: 1) Made of cells, 2) Reproduce, 3) Grow and develop, 4) Adapt and evolve, 5) Maintain homeostasis, 6) Respond to stimuli, 7) Obtain and use energy.

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What does it mean to adapt and evolve?

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To adapt and evolve means that living organisms change over time to better survive in their environment. This can involve physical changes, behaviors, or other traits.

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What is reproduction in living organisms?

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Reproduction is the biological process by which new individual organisms are produced, ensuring the continuation of a species.

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What is homeostasis?

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

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What is a stimulus?

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A stimulus is any change in the environment that causes a response in a living organism.

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What is the difference between living and nonliving things?

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Living things have characteristics such as growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli, while nonliving things do not exhibit these characteristics.

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Why is DNA important for living organisms?

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DNA contains the genetic information necessary for the growth, development, and reproduction of living organisms.

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What does it mean for an organism to grow and develop?

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Growth refers to an increase in size or mass, while development involves changes in the organism's structure and function over time.

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Can all living things move?

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Not all living things can move in the same way; for example, plants do not move from place to place but can still respond to stimuli.

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What is energy in the context of living organisms?

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Energy is required for all life processes, including growth, reproduction, and maintaining homeostasis.