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What are the basic characteristics of all living things? |
1-All living things contain the molecules of life. 2-All living things are composed of cells. 3-All living things grow and are capable of reproduction. 4-All living things use energy and raw materials to carry our metabolism. 5-All living things respond to their environment. 6-All living things maintain homeostasis. 7-Organisms, or individuals have adaptive traits that allow them to survive and reproduce. |
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What are the four macromolecules of life? |
- Nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) - Proteins - Carbohydrates - Lipids |
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Cells... |
- are the smallest unit of life. - arise from pre-existing cells. |
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Metabolism... |
refers to all of the chemical reactions that occur within the cells of living things. |
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What are the three main Classifications systems? |
- Domain Bacteria (Unicellular prokaryotic organisms) - Domain Archaea (Unicellular prokaryotic organisms |
