characteristics of life

characteristics of life

1. ·

   • the basic unit of life
     • • multicelluar
       • bacteria

2. sexual

   • increase in size of number of cells
   • reproduce
     • unicellular
       • one parent
     • grow
       • two parents

3. genetic code

   • organisms resemble parents
     • dna
       • made of cells

4. obtains materials for energy

   • capturing sunlight

5. maintain a stable internal environment

   • homeostasis
     • regulation of body temperature or blood glucose levels

6. consuming plants and animals

   • changes in the environment
     • plants and animals

7. respond to stimuli

   • cells--> tissue-->organs-->organ systems-->orgaism

8. adapted to dry conditions

   • adapt over time
     • cacti
       • • desert