T2 Characteristics of living organisms Flashcards
1
Q
Movement
A
Growth response or movement of the whole organism
2
Q
What does MRS C GREN stand for?
A
Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Control, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrition
3
Q
What does it mean if an organism doesn’t carry out MRS C GREN?
A
The organism is either dead or non-living
4
Q
What is an example of an organism that doesn’t carry out MRS C GREN?
A
a virus
5
Q
Excretion
A
Getting rid of waste products
6
Q
Sensitivity
A
Detecting changes in the surroundings
7
Q
Reproduction
A
Producing offspring
8
Q
Respiration
A
Produces ATP- the molecule that provides energy for cells
9
Q
Growth
A
Increase in cell number
10
Q
Nutrition
A
Taking in and using food
11
Q
Control
A
Making sure the temperature, pH and chemical composition remains constant
