Question

Which characteristics must an object possess in order to be considered alive?

Answer 1

An object to be considered alive must have these characteristics.


1. Acquire and uses energy.
2. contains genetic programme.
3. composed of one more cells.
4. Respiration.
5. Must be able to grow.
6. Must be able to reproduce.
7. Must have a metabolism.
8. Must be able to respond to its environment. 9. Must be made of cells.