B1 characteristics of living organisms Flashcards

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Movement

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An action by an organism or part of an organism, causing a change of position or place

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Respiration

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The chemical reactions in cells that break down nutrient molecules and release energy for metabolism

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Sensitivity

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The ability to detect or sense stimuli in the internal or external environment and to make appropriate responses

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Growth

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A permanent increase in size and dry mass by an increase in cell number or cell size or both

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Reproduction

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The processes that makes more of the same kind of organism

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Excretion

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Removal from organisms of the waste products of metabolism (chemical reactions and cells, including respiration), toxic materials, and substances in excess of requirements

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Nutrition

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Taking in of materials for energy growth and development; plants require light, carbon dioxide, water and ions; animals need organic compounds and ions and usually need water

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