Multiple Choice
Which of these is not a characteristic needed by living organisms?
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1. Introduction to Biology
Characteristics of Life
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Which characteristic is true for all living organisms?
A
They all have the ability to fly.
B
They all can photosynthesize.
C
They all have a nervous system.
D
They all require energy to survive.
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Understand the basic characteristics of living organisms. All living organisms share certain fundamental characteristics that define life.
Recognize that not all living organisms have the ability to fly. Flying is a specialized trait found only in certain groups like birds, bats, and some insects.
Acknowledge that not all living organisms can photosynthesize. Photosynthesis is a process specific to plants, algae, and some bacteria, but not to all life forms.
Realize that not all living organisms have a nervous system. A nervous system is present in animals but not in other life forms like plants or fungi.
Identify that all living organisms require energy to survive. This is a universal characteristic, as energy is needed for growth, reproduction, and maintaining homeostasis.
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