Chapter 1) Characteristics of living organisms

7 Characteristics of living organisms

Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrition

Movement

the ability to change position or location, either by moving the whole organism or internal parts.

Respiration

Chemical reaction in cells that break down nutrient molecules and releases energy for metabolism

Sensitivity

The ability to detect and respond to changes in the environment

Growth

Permanent increase in size and dry mass

Reproduction

Processes that result in making more individuals of that kind of organism

Excretion

removal of metabolic waste products to maintain internal balance and prevent toxicity

Nutrition

Taking of nutrients into the body. nutrients are raw materials needed by the cells to release energy and make more cells for growth,development, and repair