B1 Characteristics of Living Organisms Flashcards
1
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Movement
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An action by an organism causing a change of place or position
2
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Respiration
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The Chemical reactions in cells that break down nutrient molecules and release energy
3
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Sensitivity
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The ability to detect and respond to changes in the environment
4
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Growth
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Permanent increase in size
5
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Reproduction
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The process that makes more of the same organism
6
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Excretion
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Removal of toxic materials and substances in excess from an organism
7
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Nutrition
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Taking in of materials for energy, growth and reproduction
8
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Living organisms are made of…
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Cells
9
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Ciliated Cells
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Movement of mucus in the trachea and bronchi
10
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Root Hair Cells
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Absorption
11
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Palisade Mesophyll Cells
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Photosynthesis
12
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Red Blood Cells
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Transport of oxygen
13
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Sperm & Egg Cells
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Reproduction
