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what is matter defined as in the context of living organisms? *
anything that has energy and can move
anything-living or nonliving-that has mass and takes up space.
only substances found in living things.
only materials that can be seen with the naked eye
In the context of living organisms (and in general science), matter is defined based on its fundamental properties. Mass and volume (taking up space) are the key characteristics. Energy and movement (first option) are not the defining features of matter. Matter isn't restricted to living things (third option) as non - living things also consist of matter. Also, matter isn't only what's visible to the naked eye (fourth option) as there are microscopic forms of matter (like cells, molecules).
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Anything - living or nonliving - that has mass and takes up space.