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Organism

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Key Stage 1

Meaning

An organism is a living thing.

Singular Noun: Organism
Plural Noun: Organisms

Key Stage 2

Meaning

An organism is any living creature.

About Organisms

There are many different types of organisms.
Organisms can be grouped by common features.
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Animals need to eat other creatures to survive. Plants can make their own food. Micro-organisms are too small to see with they eye, so you need a microscope to see them.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

An organism is any living creature.

About Organisms

All organisms are made of cells.
If an organism is made of one cell it is called a Unicellular Organism.
If an organism is made of many cells it is called a Multicellular Organism.