I'm Gary, and I'm really confused. What are the basic charateristics of life????

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anonymous · Answer

- composed of cells
- Require energy for performing functions like locomotion 
- Reproduce 
-Display hereditary (characteristics inherited from one generation to other)
-Evolve and adapt 
-Respond to stimuli
these are some basic characteristics.

anonymous · Answer

On a more basic level, are you wanting how life starts or what is needed for life to become necessary?

hanah · Answer

these are the five main characteristics of life
1.cells 
2.chemical composition 
3.energey 
4.grow and develop 
5.reproduce