Characteristics of Living Organisms

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What are the eight characteristics of living organisms?
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The eight characteristics are: growth, reproduction, response to stimuli, homeostasis, metabolism, cell structure, heredity, and adaptation.
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What is homeostasis?
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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.
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How do living organisms grow?
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Living organisms grow by increasing in size or cell number through processes like cell division.
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Why is reproduction important for living organisms?
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Reproduction is important for producing offspring, ensuring the survival of the species.
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What does it mean to respond to stimuli?
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It means reacting to environmental changes or signals.
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Can non-living things have one or more characteristics of living organisms?
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Yes, non-living things can exhibit characteristics like movement, but they lack all eight characteristics together.
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What is metabolism in living organisms?
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Metabolism refers to all chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
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What role does cell structure play in living organisms?
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Cell structure provides the basic unit of life, forming the tissues and organs of an organism.
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What is adaptation in living organisms?
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Adaptation is the process through which organisms change over time to better survive in their environment.
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How do genes contribute to the characteristics of living organisms?
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Genes carry hereditary information that determines an organism's traits and characteristics.
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Why is energy important for living organisms?
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Energy is crucial for carrying out life processes such as growth, movement, and reproduction.
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What is the role of DNA in living organisms?
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DNA stores genetic information necessary for the development and function of living organisms.
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How do organisms maintain homeostasis?
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Organisms maintain homeostasis through regulatory systems like temperature control and pH balance.
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What is the difference between unicellular and multicellular organisms?
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Unicellular organisms have one cell, while multicellular organisms consist of many cells working together.
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What characteristic helps living organisms evolve over time?
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Adaptation helps living organisms evolve as they undergo changes suited to their environment over generations.
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