ScienceQuestion 60 of 120
What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms?
a.The cell
b.The atom
c.The organ
d.The tissue
Explanation
The cell is the smallest unit that can carry out all life processes and is the fundamental building block of all living organisms. Atoms are units of matter, while tissues and organs are groups of cells.
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