Question

how do structures in living organisms compare with structures of non living things such as construction cranes , buildings, ships, airplanes, or bridges?

Answer 1

Living organisms are made up of organic matter. We as human are made up of nutrients and water and chemicals. While those structures like bridges are made from hard materials, some forged by man and some found in earth like metal and gold. They can heat up and be molded while living organisms die or burn to ashes

Answer 2

Answer:

Living organisms has the ability to grow, reproduce and shows metabolic activities. The living organisms are made up of biomolecules and uses energy for their work. They shows respiration, digestion, transportation and excretion. They are made up of cells.

The non-living organisms like ships, buildings and aeroplanes does not show any growth and reproduction. These objects are made up of inorganic molecules and does not show any metabolic activities required for the maintenance of life. No cells are present in non living objects.