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Living Thing CGERR
Living Things CGERR
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cell | Membrane-covered structure that contains all of the materials necessary for life |
| Metabolism | The sum of all chemical processes that occur in an organism |
| Sexual Reproduction | Reproduction in which the sex cells from two parents unite, producing offspring that share traits from both parents |
| Asexual Reproduction | Reproduction that does not involve the union of sex cells and in which one parent produces offspring identical to itself |
| Heredity | The passing of genetic traits from parent to offspring |
| DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) | Controls the structure and function of cells |
| Stimulus | Anything that causes a reaction or change in an organism or any part of an organism |
| Homeostasis | The maintenance of a constant internal state in a changing environment |