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Science I
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Science
5th Grade
11/21/2013

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Metabolism

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The total of all the chemicals activities that an organism performs is called its Metabolism

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Stimulus

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A stimulus is something that makes an organism change.

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Cells

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All organisms are made of one or more cells. 

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Consumer

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An organism that eats other organisms.

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Organism

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A living thing that goes through all the processes of life.

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Producer

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An organism that make its own food.

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Cell

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A tiny unit that has all the materials needed for life. 

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Environment

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An organism’s home is called its environment.

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Heredity

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The passing of characteristics to offspring is called heredity.

 

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Adaptation

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Adaptation happens when an organism makes a change that will increase its chances of survival in its natural habitat. 

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Homeostasis

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An organism’s stable internal environment. 

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Asexual

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Asexual reproduction happens when a new organism is formed from one parent. 

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Producers

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A plant that makes its own food is an example of producers. 

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What are four things all organisms need?

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Food, water, shelter, and air.

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What do organisms use energy for?

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To carry out the activities of life. 

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