Characteristics of Living Organisms (1.1-1.5)

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Autotrophs
________: Living organsims that synthesize organic molecules from simple inorganic substances (through photosynthesis)
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→Non celluar
________ and consist of genetic material surrounded by a protein coat.
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Binomial Nomanclature
________: Specific naming system of giving names to living organisms.
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Viruses
________ are NOT considered living organsims because they do not complete these processes.
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Excretion
________: Removal of toxic materials, waste products from metabolic processes or substances in excess.
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Sensitivity
________: Detection of a stimulus and ability to respond.
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Classification
________ is used to group species.
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Respiration
________: Biochemical reaction in cells that breakdown nutrient molecules for metabolism.
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Nutrition
________: Intake of substances required for growth and to provide energy.
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Movement
________: when an organism or part of it changes its place /position.
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Growth
________: Permanent increase in cell size, number or complexity.
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Reproduction
________: Creation of offspring of the same species as the parents.
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Anatomy
________: Study of internal characteristics.
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Morphology
________: Study of external characteristics.
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→ Algae
________: No leaves, roots or stems.
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Species
________: group of arganisms that can be bred to reproduce fertile offspring.
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Movement
__________:when an organism or part of it changes its place/position
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Method to give more accurate comparison of species
DNA sequencing studies give a more accurate comparison