Characteristics of Life Review for Test

Know the six characteristics of all living things 1.All living things have one or more cells 2.All living things have DNA 3.All living things grow and develop 4.All living things reproduce 5.All living things use energy 6.All living things respond to stimuli

Is a river alive? A. Yes because it can move B. Yes, because it can change directions C. No it does not have DNA, it cannot reproduce, and it does not have cells ANSWER: C. No a river does not have DNA, it cannot reproduce, it does not have cells

What is needed for chemical reactions? A.Air B.Gasoline C.Water ANSWER: C. Water is need for chemical reactions

An infant to an adult is an example of which characteristic? A.Made up of cells B.Reproduction C.Grow and develop ANSWER: C. Grow and Develop

How is homeostasis related to a dog and his fur? A.It keeps the dog healthy B.It keeps the dog’s body temperature stable C.It colors the dog’s hair ANSWER: B It keeps the dog’s body temperature stable

How are sexual reproduction and asexual reproduction different? A.Both require two parents B.Both require no parents C.Asexual reproduction does not require two parents D.Sexual reproduction does not require two parents ANSWER: C. Asexual reproduction does not require two parents