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Characteristics of Life

Question 12 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

Which would best be described as abiotic?

Answer
A
water in a stream
B
fish in a stream
C
bacteria in the soil
D
roots in the soil

Explanation

Abiotic means nonliving. Water in a stream is nonliving, while fish, bacteria, and plant roots are all living or parts of living organisms. Therefore, water in a stream is the best example of an abiotic factor.

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