Characteristics of Life

Characteristics of Life

All living things share characteristics that define life. These traits help scientists distinguish between living and non-living things. The main characteristics of life include organization, growth and development, response to stimuli, reproduction, homeostasis, metabolism, and adaptation. Understa...

A car uses fuel to run, moves on wheels, and takes in air to function, almost as if it's alive. But is it alive? Let's explore what separates living things from non-living ones.

First, living things need energy to function and survive. Just as you eat food for energy, a car needs fuel to drive. But unlike the car, we use that energy to car...