B1 characteristics of living organisms Flashcards
Movement
An action by an organism or part of an organism, causing a change of position or place
Respiration
The chemical reactions in cells that break down nutrient molecules and release energy for metabolism
Sensitivity
The ability to detect or sense stimuli in the internal or external environment and to make appropriate responses
Growth
A permanent increase in size and dry mass by an increase in cell number or cell size or both
Reproduction
The processes that makes more of the same kind of organism
Excretion
Removal from organisms of the waste products of metabolism (chemical reactions and cells, including respiration), toxic materials, and substances in excess of requirements
Nutrition
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