AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

CELL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which statement about all living organisms is true?
A
They have limbs
B
They produce their own food
C
They breathe air
D
They have at least one cell
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -All living organisms are made up of one or more cells, which are considered the fundamental units of life. Even unicellular organisms are complex! Inside each cell, atoms make up molecules, which make up cell organelles and structures. In multicellular organisms, similar cells form tissues.

Detailed explanation-2: -A cell is the smallest unit that is typically considered alive and is a fundamental unit of life. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one (unicellular) to many trillions (multicellular). Cell biology is the study of cells, their physiology, structure, and life cycle.

Detailed explanation-3: -Final answer: The statement which is true for cells is a single cell can perform all the functions in a unicellular organism.

Detailed explanation-4: -The ability to reproduce, maintain internal homeostatic conditions, responsiveness towards the environment, and growth are some of the defining characters of living things. Therefore, the correct option is B.

Detailed explanation-5: -All living things are made up of cells, which is the smallest unit that can be said to be alive. An organism may consist of one single cell (unicellular) or many different numbers and types of cells (multicellular).

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