B1.01: Characteristics of living things

Question 1

2 features of movement

Answer 1

• an action by an organism or a part of an organism

- causing a change of position or place

Question 2

3 features of respiration

Answer 2

• the chemical reaction in cells
• breaks down nutrients molecules
• release energy for metabolism

Question 3

3 features of sensitivity

Answer 3

• detect or sense stimuli
• in the internal or external environment
• to make appropriate responses

Question 4

2 features of growth

Answer 4

• permanent increase in size and dry mass
• by increase in cell number
  + increase in cell size
  + both

Question 5

1 key feature of reproduction

Answer 5

• the processes of reproducing more of the same kind of organisms.

Question 6

2 features of excretion

Answer 6

• removal of waste products of metabolism
  + toxic material
  + substances in excess
• from organisms

Question 7

1 key feature of nutrition

Answer 7

• taking in material for energy, development and growth