Question

Which of the following is/are a characteristic of nonliving things?

• A. No capability of growth
• B. They do not respond to stimuli
• C. They do not evolve or adapt to the environment.
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of these

The correct option is D.

Explanation for the correct option:

1. Non-living things do not have life.
2. They do not undergo any metabolism.
3. Since non-living things lack cells with a set lifespan, they never die.
4. Essential life cycles, including reproduction, nourishment, excretion, adaptability, etc., do not occur in non-living things.
5. A non-living thing does not adapt to the environment; a living thing adapts by adapting in response to changing conditions.
6. They are not responsive to stimuli.

Final answer: No capability of growth, they do not respond to stimuli, and they do not evolve or adapt to the environment are the characteristic of nonliving things.