Characteristics of Life Flashcard

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What is a characteristic of life that involves the ability to produce offspring?

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Reproduces

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What characteristic of life is demonstrated by a plant turning its leaves toward sunlight?

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Responds to stimuli

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What characteristic of life is shown when an organism evolves or adapts over generations?

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Changes over time

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If an object does not respond to stimuli, what can you infer about it?

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It is likely nonliving

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Which characteristic of life is most directly related to energy use?

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Has a metabolism

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What does 'maintains homeostasis' mean in the context of living organisms?

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The ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.

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What is meant by 'organization and cells' in the characteristics of life?

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Living organisms are made up of one or more cells, which are the basic units of life.

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How does 'responding to stimuli' manifest in living organisms?

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Living organisms react to changes in their environment, such as moving toward light or away from danger.

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What is the significance of 'has a metabolism' in living organisms?

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It refers to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life, including energy production.

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What does 'changes over time' imply about living organisms?

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It indicates that species can evolve and adapt to their environment over generations.