Organs are composed of tissues, which are composed of cells. This is an example of which characteristic of life?

A. Living things grow and develop
B. Living things respond to stimuli
C. Living things maintain themselves by homeostasis.
D. Living things have levels of hierarchical organization.
E. Living things are adapted to the environment.


Answer: D. Living things have levels of hierarchical organization.

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