Biology (living cells and life processes)

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  • Created on: 26-04-13 21:05

Living cells and life processes

- Life processes

Biology is the study of living things. All living things are called organisms, both plants and animals are living organisms. But how we decide whether something is living or non-living depends on 7 life processes. If something is living it will carry out the 7 life processes below.

Tip: The acronym MRS GERN may help you to remember the seven important life processes common to plants and animals.

- Movement

Both animals and plants have the ability to move. Plants are rooted and move slowly as they grow. Their roots move down into the soil and their stems move up towards the light. Animals on the other hand move quickly and can move their entire bodies. They can move in search of food, shelter or to avoid danger.

- Respiration

Respiration is the process of extracting energy out of the food we eat. All living things respire because they need energy to grow, to replace worn out parts and to move. Respiration takes place in the mitochondria of the cell. There are two types of respiration, with and without oxygen. Aerobic respiration uses oxygen and releases a large amount of energy. Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen and releases a smaller amount of oxygen.

- Sensitivity

All living organisms are sensitive, this means that they have…

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