Match the letter of the Characteristic of Life to the correct example
a. cells d. reproduction
b. energy e. growth & development
C. homeostasis f. response to
stimuli
_1. You jump out of your seat when
you hear a loud crashing sound.
_2. Plants performing photosynthesis
3. Fish will produce extra offspring
to ensure the survival of their species.
4. Babies are born with 300 bones
which fuse together to become 206 bones
in adults.
5. A unicellular organism like
bacteria can be fully functional on its own
and is therefore considered alive.
_6. Your body conserves water when
you are dehydrated and therefore you
urinate less.

My answers were based on the following knowledge:

a. cells -  all living things are made up of cells

d. reproduction - organism produce offsprings

b. energy - organisms make or consume food and break down food for energy

e. growth & development - organisms become more mature.

c. homeostasis - organism find a way to maintain a balance system

f. response to  stimuli - organisms react to environmental factors

osteogenesis imperfecta (oi) refers to a congenital ailment of bones. in the condition, the bones become brittle or fragile. this ailment is a general result of the defect or mutations in the genes (colia1 or colia2). this mutation results in imperfect collagen formation either in quantity or quality wise.  

there are eight kinds of oi defects, and each kind varies with certain distinctions in symptoms. the usual symptoms include frequent bone fractures, loss of hearing in infants, protruding eyes, discoloration of the white in the eyes, respiratory issues, loosening of the joints, short stature, and other symptoms.