Jagran Josh Logo
  1. Home
    2. |  
  2. CBSE Board|  

CBSE Class 11th The Living Word What is Living

Apr 2, 2015 15:40 IST

    In this video we will learn about the various characteristics which are defining the living word. These characteristics are as follows:

    • Growth
    • Reproduction
    • Metabolism
    • Cellular Organisation and
    • Consciousness

    • Accretion: Increase by addition to the periphery of material of the same nature as that already present; e.g., the manner of growth of crystals.
    • Increase in mass and increase in number of individuals are twin characteristics of growth.
    • A multicellular organism grows by cell division.
    • In plants, this growth by cell division occurs continuously throughout their life span.
    • In animals, this growth is seen only up to a certain age.
    • Growth which is taking from internal body is known as Intussusceptions
    • Production of progeny is not the property of non living organisms and only shown by the living organisms.
    • All plants, animals, fungi and microbes exhibit metabolism.
    • Anabolism is responsible for producing growth in organisms
    • Cellular organisation is present in living organisms and absent in non-living organisms

    Please share your feedback and suggestions for this video.
    Previous Story CBSE Class 10 English Communicative Question Paper 2011- SA 1
    Next Story CBSE Class 11th: Cell: The Unit of Life - Different Kinds of Cells

    DISCLAIMER: JPL and its affiliates shall have no liability for any views, thoughts and comments expressed on this article.

    Library

    Latest Videos

    Register to get FREE updates

      All Fields Mandatory
    • (Ex:9123456789)
    • Please Select Your Interest

    • Please specify

    • ajax-loader

    • A verifcation code has been sent to
      your mobile number

      Please enter the verification code below

    Newsletter Signup
    For Mobile ExperienceGoogle Play
    Follow us on
    Quick Links
    Exam Prep
    Career & Institute
    Study & Resources
    DMCA.com Protection Status
    DisclaimerPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyRSS
    Copyright 2018 Jagran Prakashan Limited.
    This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK
    X

    Register to view Complete PDF