Characteristics and classification of Living organisms

Movement: The action by an organization or part of an organization causing a change of position or place

Respiration: The chemical relations in cells that break down nutrient molecules and release energy for metabolism.

Sensitivity: The ability to detect and respond to changes in the internal and external environment.

Growth: The permanent increase in size and dry mass

Reproduction: The process that makes more of the same kinds of organism

Excretion: The removal of waste products of metabolism and substances in excess of requirements.

Nutrition: The taking in of materials for energy, growth, and development.

Species: A group of organisms that can produce to produce fertile offspring.

Binomial system: An internationally agreed system in which the scientific name of an organism is made up of 2 parts showing the Genus and species