This biology question covers important biological concepts and processes. The step-by-step explanation below helps you understand the underlying mechanisms and reasoning.
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Morning J — let's get this done. Question 39: A characteristic that can possibly be shared by both living and non-living organisms is: A. Locomotion: While some non-living things can move, true locomotion (self-propelled movement) is a characteristic of living organisms. B. Irritability: This is the ability to respond to stimuli, which is a defining characteristic of living organisms. C. Increase in biomass: Biomass refers to the mass of living matter. Non-living things do not increase in biomass. D. Increase in size: Both living organisms (through growth) and non-living things (e.g., crystals, sand dunes through accretion) can increase in size. The correct option is D. The final answer is D. increase in size. What's next?