Characteristics Of Life Flashcards
All living things are made of _
Cells
What are 2 kinds of cells ?
Eukaryotic : has a nucleus
Prokaryotic : no nucleus
What is maintaining internal conditions ?
Homeostasis
All living things respond to the _
environment
All living things __
Reproduce
What are the two different ways to reproduce called ?
Asexually: one parent , on cell
Sexually: two parents , two cells
All living things _ and _
Grow and develop
All living things _ and _ which is called metabolism
Obtain and use energy
All living things contain __ __ DNA/ RNA
Genetic material
What are the 7 characteristics of life ?
CHARGED Cells ( made of cells ) Homeostasis Adapt to the environment Reproduce Grow and develop Energy ( obtain and use ) DNA/ RNA ( genetic information. )
Can a living thing be considered living if it ‘s dead ?
Yes , a living thing can be alive or dead ( dead meaning it was once alive )