Characteristics Of Living Things Flashcards
1
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Movement
A
An action that causes the change if position or place
2
Q
Respiration
A
The chemical reaction that releases energy for metabolism and breaks down nutrients
3
Q
Sensitivity
A
The ability to detect and respond to changes in an environment and make appropriate responses
4
Q
Control
A
Regulating internal conditions for example water levels and pH
5
Q
Growth
A
The permanent increase in size and mass by an increase in the cell size or cell mass
6
Q
Reproduction
A
The process that makes the more of the same organism
7
Q
Excretion
A
Removal of waste product of metabolism, toxic waste and excess material
8
Q
Nutrition
A
Taking in material for energy, growth and development
