NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Which combinations correctly describe characteristics and functions of living organisms?
All living organisms exhibit metabolism and have cellular organization.
Isolated metabolic reactions outside a living organism are considered living entities.
Plants and animals are the only organisms that exhibit cellular organization.
Metabolism is a defining feature of life, but not all organisms are multicellular.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Option A is correct as all living organisms exhibit metabolism and have cellular organization, which are defining features of life. Option B is incorrect because isolated metabolic reactions in vitro are not considered living. Option C is misleading since fungi and microbes also have cellular organization. Option D is partially true but does not negate the defining feature of metabolism in all organisms.
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