Characteristics Of Living Organisms

Question 1

M. Movement

Answer 1

Organisms move toward water & food, away from poison & predators

Question 2

R. Respiration

Answer 2

Organisms release energy from food by respiration

Question 3

S. Sensitivity

Answer 3

Living organisms can react to changes in surroundings

Question 4

N. Nutrition

Answer 4

To provide with energy + raw materials for growth + repair. Nutrients include proteins, fats, carbs, vitamins & minerals

Question 5

E. Excretion

Answer 5

Waste product (eg: CO2 + urine) need to be removed. Removal of waste called excretion

Question 6

R. Reproduction

Answer 6

produce offspring for species to survive

Question 7

G. Growth

Answer 7

Need to grow + develop into adult form

Question 8

H. Homeostasis

Answer 8

Control internal conditions including water content + temperature