Characteristics of Life Crossword

Genetic code written in a molecule
signal to which an organism responds to
used by most plants and animals
in which a single organism produces offspring identical to itself
all organisms need to keep their internal environment relatively stable, even when external conditions change dramatically
combination of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials
creates the next generation (can be sexual or asexual)
organisms change over time
organisms are composed of one or more cells
Goes along with homeostasis
organisms must take in materials and energy to grow, develop, and reproduce
All living things are based on this
Every organism has a particular pattern of ___________
organisms detect and respond to stimuli