What are the characteristic of living …

The few common characteristics shared by all living things.

Composed of cells- All living organisms are composed of single to billions of cells.

Need Food- Food is essential for both plants and animals, as it gives energy required for the growth and the development. Plants produce their own food through the process of photosynthesis and animals depends on plants for food.

Reproduction – All living organisms reproduce to produce their young ones. The mode of reproduction varies. Birds lay eggs, some animals give birth to their young ones and plants reproduce through seeds.

Growth and development– It is the fundamental process seen in all living organism. Plants grow into a tree, baby grows into an adult, a calf grows into a cow, etc.

Respiration – It is the process of breathing in and breathing out the air. All living organism breath and it is necessary as it provides energy from the food we eat.