Question

Which of the following are fundamental properties of life: 1) unique macromolecular organization that obeys all of the fundamental laws of chemistry; 2) use of DNA for the storage of genetic information and the eventual production of proteins to allow for organismal development and function; 3) the presence of a hierarchical organization that involves the use of lower levels to build higher levels; 4) spontaneous generation under conditions found in the current biosphere; 5) the interaction with the environment for the acquisition of building blocks and the elimination of wastes; 6) precise cellular movements during development that arise from outside of the system itself.

1. None of them are
2. One of them is
3. Three of them are
4. Four of them are
5. All of them are

Answer 1

E. All of them are fundamental properties of life.

It is because macro-molecular organisation in the body follows fundamental laws of chemistry; such as, the law of conversation where for every chemical reaction, there is no quantity change in the matter. DNA stores genetic materials that are passed to offsprings to assure that they have similar shape, size, and other characteristics. Proteins are attached in DNA and have various jobs like controlling production of proteins and other amino acids, storage of DNA inside the nucleus, regulation of cell division and growth. Organisations are arranged in hierarchy levels from atoms to cells. Atoms are composed of molecules that develop as an organelles. Organelles work together to form cells. The cells come together to form tissues, which again come together to form organs and then organ systems. The right climate and temperature are essential to have spontaneous generations. The food cycle in the environment assures interaction within living beings and acquires food for respective living being and their associated cellular development and elimination of wastes.