Characteristics of Life Discussion
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5th - 8th Grade
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Laurie Pitman
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7 Slides • 6 Questions
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Characteristics of Life Discussion
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Is describing something as non-living the same thing as saying it is dead?
Is a metal pole non-living?
Yes, it was never alive.
Is a log non-living?
No, it is dead, so it was alive at one time.
A log is considered biotic.
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What makes something living?
What characteristics make something living?
List all of the things you think define something as a living thing.
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Characteristics of Living Things
made of cells
grow and develop
utilizes energy
reproduces
maintains homeostasis
responds to the environment
has DNA and evolves over time
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Directions
•You will observe 6 items.
•Your job is to determine if the items are biotic or abiotic.
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Multiple Choice
Is this mealworm biotic or abiotic?
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Multiple Choice
Are these seeds biotic or abiotic?
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Multiple Choice
Are the leaves in this picture biotic or abiotic?
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Multiple Choice
Is the rain in this picture biotic or abiotic?
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Multiple Choice
Is the moss in this pond biotic or abiotic?
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Multiple Choice
Is the cave in this picture biotic or abiotic?
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