What are the seven characteristics of living organisms?
- Movement
- Respiration
- Sensitivity
- Growth
- Reproduction
- Excretion
- Nutrition
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 (Extended) (2026–2028) · 1.1
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What are the seven characteristics of living organisms?
What is movement in living organisms?
An action by an organism, or part of an organism, that causes a change in position or place.
What is respiration?
The chemical reactions in cells that break down nutrient molecules and release energy for metabolism.
What is sensitivity in living organisms?
The ability to detect and respond to changes in the internal or external environment.
What is growth in living organisms?
A permanent increase in size and dry mass.
What is reproduction?
The processes that produce more organisms of the same kind.
What is excretion?
The removal of waste products of metabolism and substances in excess of requirements.
What is nutrition?
The taking in of materials for energy, growth and development.