Human Biology
16th Edition
ISBN: 9781260482799
Author: Mader, Sylvia
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 1, Problem 3A
Key:
- Life is organized.
- Living organisms reproduce and grow.
- Living organisms respond to stimuli.
- Living organisms have an evolutionary history.
- Living organisms acquire materials and energy.
3. Humans need to eat to get building blocks and energy.
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