The living organisms can be distinguished from non-living things without exception on the basis of their ability for:
A
Interaction with the environment and progressive evolution
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B
Reproduction
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C
Growth
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D
Responsivensess to stimulus
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Solution
The correct option is D Responsivensess to stimulus Evolution need not always be progressive. All individuals may not reproduce. Growth is also shown by deposition of materials externally in non-living things. All living beings respond to some or the other kind of stimuli.