Chapter 2 - Characteristics of Life Flashcards

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metabolism

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the sum of all the chemical reactions in an organism

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continuity of life/biogenesis

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all living things arise from other living things of the same type

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organisation

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living things are composed of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems

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nutrition

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the way organisms obtain and use food

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excretion

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the removal of waste products of metabolism

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response

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the way in which all living things react to changes in their environment

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reproduction

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the production of new individuals

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Life

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The possesion of all the following characteristics: organised, requires nutrition and excretion, capable of responding and reproducing.

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