Characteristics of Life Flashcards
1
Q
Reproduction
A
process in which offspring are produced
2
Q
Metabolism
A
all the chemical reactions that build or break down molecules
3
Q
Energy
A
the ability to put in work
4
Q
Homeostasis
A
the process in which a constant internal environment is maintained in an organism
5
Q
Heredity
A
the passing of traits from parent to offspring
6
Q
DNA
A
molecule that carries the genetic information of inherited traits
7
Q
Mutation
A
a change in the DNA of a gene
8
Q
Growth
A
process in which an organism increases in size
9
Q
Development
A
process in which an organism matures
10
Q
Response
A
reaction to a change in environment
