Q1 / 120 · NEET 2011 (Mains) · Botany

Which one of the following aspects is an exclusive characteristic of living things?

  • A
    Isolated metabolic reactions occur in vitro
  • B
    Increase in mass from inside only
  • Correct answer
    C
    Perception of events happening in the environment and their memory
  • D
    Increase in mass by accumulation of material both on surface as well as internally

Solution

The most obvious and technically complicated feature of all living organisms is the ability to sense their surroundings or environment and to respond to these environmental stimuli which could be physical, chemical or biological.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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