: The chemical transformation of energy. It includes anabolism (building up cellular components) and catabolism (breaking down organic matter).
: An organism's increase in size and the biological changes it undergoes throughout its life cycle. biological process
Scientists often categorize these vital actions into several "life processes" that distinguish living things from non-living matter: : The chemical transformation of energy
: Physical displacement, either of the entire organism or of structures within its cells. biological process