Question

Which characteristic features are considered for classifying living organisms?

• A. Single celled or multicellular
• B. Autotrophic or Heterotrophic mode of nutrition
• C. Cell structure and organization, i.e. Prokaryote or Eukaryote
• D. All the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A

Single celled or multicellular

B

Autotrophic or Heterotrophic mode of nutrition

C

Cell structure and organization, i.e. Prokaryote or Eukaryote

Cell structure, body organisation (unicellular or multicellular) and the mode of nutrition are some of the most basic and intrinsic features of life. Hence, these factors are considered while classifying living organisms.