The characteristics of Life Flashcards
1
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Metabolism
A
The sum of all the chemical reactions that occur in an organism
2
Q
Anabolic
A
Energy is used to join small molecules together to form large molecules
3
Q
Catabolic
A
Energy is used to break down large molecules into small molecules
4
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Continuity of life
A
Living things arise from other living things of the same type
5
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Nutrition
A
The way organisms obtain and use food
6
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Response/Sensitivity
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The way in which all living things react to changes in their environment
7
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Excretion
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The removal of waste products of metabolism from the body
8
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Reproduction
A
The production of new individuals
