And today's question.

Why is a bacteria alive, but a car not alive?

What we already know

Life is made of cells, made of bioelements that carry out life processes. 

Which of these two is alive?

How do you know?

Characteristics of all living things

  • Reproduction
  • Nutrition
  • Interaction

We can divide them up a little further by saying

  • Reproduction
  • Respiration
  • Nutrition 
  • Excretion
  • Growth
  • Movement
  • Sensitivity

MRS GREN

Is this alive?

Is this alive?

Is this alive?

Is this alive?

Reproduction

Plus interaction and nutrition

Interaction

Plus nutrition!

Year 7 - 11th January 2016 - Lesson 3 [Characteristics of Living Beings]

By Gavin King

Year 7 - 11th January 2016 - Lesson 3 [Characteristics of Living Beings]

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