Question

mitochondrion produces atp for energy. a plants leaves turn toward the direction of sunlight. a bacteria secretes a waste product through its plasma membrane. which characteristic of life do all of these examples
scribe?
a. growing and reproducing
b. obtaining and using energy
c. response to external stimuli
d. maintenance of homeostasis

Explanation:

• Mitochondrion producing ATP is energy - related (ATP is the energy currency).
• Plant leaves turning toward sunlight is for photosynthesis (energy - obtaining).
• Bacteria secreting waste (after using energy for metabolism). All are about obtaining and using energy.

Answer:

B. obtaining and using energy