Living and Non-Living Things: Exploring the Characteristics That Define Life

The video explores the differences between living and non-living things. It begins by introducing the concept and then delves into the characteristics that define living things, such as growth, respiration, and reproduction. The video also highlights the unique traits of plants, like photosynthesis and limited movement. It contrasts these with non-living things, which do not grow, move, or reproduce. The video concludes with interesting facts about viruses and jellyfish, emphasizing the complexity of life.

What is the main difference between living and non-living things?

• Non-living things can grow and reproduce, while living things cannot.

• Living things can grow and reproduce, while non-living things cannot.

• Non-living things can move on their own, while living things cannot.

• Living things do not need air, while non-living things do.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things?

• They can reproduce their species.

• They react to the environment.

• They can grow over time.

• They are immortal.

How do plants differ from animals in terms of movement?

• Plants do not move at all.

• Plants move only in the direction of sunlight.

• Plants can run and walk like animals.

• Plants can move freely like animals.

What do plants inhale and exhale?

• Inhale water and exhale air

• Inhale carbon dioxide and exhale oxygen

• Inhale air and exhale water

• Inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide

Which of the following is a characteristic of non-living things?

• They have a lifespan.

• They need food and water to survive.

• They can reproduce.

• They do not grow in size on their own.

What are examples of man-made non-living things?

• Mountains and rivers

• Trees and plants

• Stars and the moon

• Buildings and vehicles

Which of the following is a natural non-living thing?

• A car

• A building

• A tree

• The sun

Which of the following is NOT a man-made non-living thing?

• Furniture

• A vehicle

• A mountain

• A toy

What happens to some viruses when they enter a living body?

• They remain non-living.

• They become living.

• They disappear.

• They become plants.

What is unique about the jellyfish known as 'immortal jellyfish'?

• It is a non-living thing.

• It can fly.

• It is said to be eternal.

• It can live on land.