MR CHROGER VOCABULARY

1. Record the definitions.2. Draw pictures that represent each

life function.

MetabolismChemical reactions in the

body. Convert food and water into

energy and waste products.

Reproducecreate offspringAsexual or sexual

Cells – smallest unit of life.Multicellular – plants and animals

are made of many cells!Single celled organisms are made

of only one cell!

HomeostasisOrganisms need to maintain an

internal balanceNot enough water = dehydratedToo much water = water poisoning

Response to Environment

Stimulus ResponseEx. It’s cold outside (stimulus), so

you start to shiver (response)Organisms evolve to survive in

the environment

Obtain and use energyPlants absorb suns energy Animals consume nutrients

Grow and develop

All living things have a life cycle – birth to adult

Excrete wasteGet rid of waste

Animal waste - #1, #2, CO2, sweat (salt), heat

Respiration

Exchanging gases with the atmosphere (to create energy)