Chapter 1.1 - Characteristics of Living Things

Question 1

Name all 6 characteristics of living things:

Answer 1

1) Living things are made of cells
2) Living things need energy
3) Grow and Develop
4) Respond to Environment
5) Reproduce
6) Adapt to Environment

Question 2

2 traits that has scientists arguing…

Answer 2

DNA and Internal

Question 3

Tell me what DNA is

Answer 3

genetic code that allows characteristics to be passed from one generation to the next

Question 4

Describe Homeostasis

Answer 4

when living things remain stable regardless of outside conditions

Question 5

3 things that nearly all organisms must do to survive

Answer 5

exchange gases (breathe), move, gather food

Question 6

Brief description of an organ

Answer 6

group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function

Question 7

The organ system is a…

Answer 7

group of organs that work together to perform a certain task

Question 8

Two examples of an organ system are…

Answer 8

Digestive system, as well as breathing