Characteristics of living organism Flashcards
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Movement
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An action by organisms or parts of organisms causing a change of place or position.
2
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Respiration
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The chemical reactions that happen in cells to break down nutrient molecules and release energy for metabolism.
3
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Sensitivity
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The ability of an organism to detect and respond to changes in the environment.
4
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Growth
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A permanent increase in size of an organism.
5
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Reproduction
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The process that make more of the same kind of organism.
6
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Excretion
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The removal of waste products of metabolism, toxic materials and substances that are in excess of what the organism needs.
7
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Nutrition
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The taking in of materials for energy, growth and development.