Match each characteristic of life with the correct descriptive phrase.
-exchange of gases between the organism and the environment
A)Conductivity
B)Excretion
C)Growth
D)Circulation
E)Respiration
F)Responsiveness
G)Digestion
H)Absorption
I)Secretion
J)Reproduction

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Respiration refers to the exchange of gases (i.e. oxygen and carbon dioxide) between an organism and the environment.

Answer: B
 Excretion refers to the removal of waste products (such as urine or feces) from an organism.

Answer: C
 Growth refers to an increase in size or complexity of an organism.

Answer: D
 Circulation refers to the movement of fluids (such as blood or sap) throughout an organism.

Answer: F
 Responsiveness, also known as irritability or sensitivity, refers to an organism's ability to sense and respond to changes in its environment.

Answer: G
 Digestion refers to the process of breaking down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and used by an organism.

Answer: H
 Absorption refers to the process of taking in nutrients or other molecules by an organism, usually through its cells or tissues.

Answer: I
 Secretion refers to the production and release of substances (such as hormones or enzymes) by an organism or its cells.

Answer: J
 Reproduction refers to the production of offspring by an organism, either sexually or asexually.

Match Each Characteristic of Life with the Correct Descriptive Phrase