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living things
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Homeostasis | organisms maintain a stable internal environment (e.g. temperature, pH levels) despite external changes |
| Cellular Organization | all living things are composed of one or more cells, which are the basic units of structure and function |
| Reproduction | organisms produce offspring sexually or asexually to create new individual organisms, ensuring the continuation of the species |
| Metabolism | living things require energy to grow, develop, and maintain functions, consuming and transforming energy via chemical processes |
| Heredity/Genetics | organisms possess DNA or RNA, which carries genetic information passed from parents to offspring |
| Adaptation | Populations of living organisms change over time (adapt) to better suit their environment |
| Sensitivity | Organisms detect and respond to environmental factors such as light, heat, or sound. |
| Growth | Organisms grow in size and mature over time according to their genetic instructions. |