Think about what you have learned about the characteristics of organisms.
Picture a cave with stalactites hanging from the ceiling. As groundwater drips from stalactites, mineral
deposits are left behind and the stalactite becomes a little longer. Over time, stalactites get bigger and
grow. Does this mean that stalactites are alive? Explain.

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Think about what you have learned about the characteristics of organisms.
Picture a cave with stalactites hanging from the ceiling. As groundwater drips from stalactites, mineral
deposits are left behind and the stalactite becomes a little longer. Over time, stalactites get bigger and
grow. Does this mean that stalactites are alive? Explain.

7thgrader · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

No, it means they are using the groundwater to grow. It does not make any food or use sunlight to grow.

warriorz13 · Answer

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