What is the 7 charateristics of animals

1 Nutrition

Animals take in materials from their surroundings that they

use for growth or to provide energy. Nutrition is the process by

which animals obtain energy and raw materials from nutrients

such as proteins, carbohydrates and fats.

2 Respiration

Respiration is the release of energy from food substances in all

living cells. Animals break down food within their cells to

release energy for carrying out the following processes.

3 Movement

All animals move. The movement may be so slow that it is very

difficult to see.

4 Excretion

All animals excrete. As a result of the many chemical

reactions occurring in cells, they have to get rid of waste products

which might poison the cells. Excretion is defined as the removal of

toxic materials, the waste products of metabolism and substances

in excess from the body.

5 Growth

Growth is seen in all animals. It involves using food to

produce new cells. The permanent increase in cell number and size

is called growth.

6 Reproduction

All animals have the ability to produce offspring.

7 Sensitivity

All animals are able to sense and respond to stimuli around

them such as light, temperature, water, gravity and chemical

substances.