Characteristics of life Flashcards
1
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Continuity of life
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The ability of organisms to survive from one generation to the next
2
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Metabolism
A
Some of all chemical reactions in an organism
3
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Characteristics of life
A
The common features shared by living organisms
4
Q
Organisation
A
Living things are composed of cells tissues, organs and organ system
5
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Nutrition
A
Process by which an organism obtains and uses food
6
Q
Excretion
A
Removal of waste products of metabolism
7
Q
Response
A
The reaction of organisms to stimuli in the environment
8
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Reproduction
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The product of new individuals of the same species
9
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Asexual Reproduction
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Reproduction involving only one parent
10
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Sexual Reproduction
A
Reproduction involving two parents
