NEET Biology question

Which of the following sets does not contain defining characteristics of living organisms?

(A)Growth and reproductionCorrect
(B)Metabolism and cellular level of organization
(C)Response to stimuli and consciousness
(D)All of these

Answer: (A)

Solution

Since non-living objects can also show an increase in mass (growth, in a loose sense), and many living organisms (such as mules and worker bees) are unable to reproduce, growth and reproduction are not considered

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