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Bio Ch.1
Ch.1 Terms- Properties of Life
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Order | Living things exhibit complex but ordered organization. |
| Sensitivity or Response to Stimuli | Organisms react to environmental changes. |
| Reproduction | Organisms reproduce and pass genetic information to offspring. |
| Adaptation | Organisms evolve over generations to better suit their environments. |
| Growth and Development | Organisms grow and develop following specific instructions coded for by their genes. |
| Regulation | Organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain homeostasis. |
| Homeostasis | The ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment. |
| Energy Processing | Organisms use energy to perform work. |