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What were the Earth’s characteristics when life emerged?
The Earth was very hot, had many volcanoes, and no oxygen in the air. The oceans were warm, and small bacteria started to grow.
How did these characteristics shape life?
Life started in the water because the air was not good for living things. Small bacteria grew in warm oceans and changed over time.
Does food and energy storage change how a living organism survives?
Yes, living things need food and energy to grow and live. Some store food to survive when there is no food.
Does the environment change how living things live their lives?
Yes, animals and plants change to survive in their environment. Some animals grow thick fur in cold places.
How is a living thing different from a non-living thing?
Living things grow, eat, move, and make new living things. Non-living things do not grow or change by themselves.
What characteristics do living things share?
Living things grow, eat, breathe, move, and have babies. They also respond to their environment.
How do bacteria act as decomposers?
Bacteria break down dead plants and animals. They help make the soil rich for new plants to grow.
What are protists?
Protists are very small living things that live in water. Some look like tiny animals, and some look like tiny plants.
Which type of fungi cause diseases?
Some fungi, like mold and yeast, can cause diseases in people and animals.
What are the types of vertebrates?
The types of vertebrates are fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
