Forum Thread: What Makes Something Alive?

In order to be considered alive, an object must have these traits.

The organism must be made of cells.
Have the ability to grow and develop.
Have the ability to reproduce and produce offspring.
The living organism must contain DNA.
The organism must use energy for daily activities.
The living object must have the ability to respond to stimuli.
Finally, the organism must have levels of organization.
MooMooMath and Science