Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about living organisms and their characteristics is correct?
A
All living organisms exhibit metabolism, while non-living objects do not.
B
Growth in animals occurs continuously throughout their lifespan, similar to plants.
C
Isolated metabolic reactions outside an organism are considered living.
D
Non-living objects cannot grow in terms of body mass increase.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Metabolism is a defining feature of all living organisms, as indicated in the NCERT context, while non-living objects do not exhibit metabolism. Growth in animals is not continuous as it is in plants, and isolated metabolic reactions are not considered living.
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