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Salt deposits form on a car in the winter. Over time, the salt covers more of the car.



Is the salt alive?



A.
Yes, salt deposits are alive because they maintain their structure.


B.
No, salt deposits are not alive because they do not reproduce.


C.
No, salt deposits are not alive because they respond to stimuli.


D.
Yes, salt deposits are alive because they exhibit homeostasis.


Sagot :

B. is correct. Let's look at the others...

A-- we know salt deposits are not alive.


C-- True, salt deposits are not alive, but they do not respond to stimuli... this is a characteristic of living things.

D-- Salt deposits are not alive and do not maintain homeostasis.
B is right because it is the only one that makes any sense