1. Any form of life capable of performing biological functions such as metabolism, growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli
Living organisms can be found in every ecosystem on Earth.
Organismos vivos podem ser encontrados em todos os ecossistemas da Terra.
2. Entities that possess life and are distinct from non-living matter
Scientists study living organisms to understand the diversity of life.
Os cientistas estudam organismos vivos para entender a diversidade da vida.