Class 6 Science Chapter 10 Living Creatures: Exploring their Characteristics

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I. Chapter Summary:

This chapter introduces students to the world of living beings and their distinct characteristics. It explains how we differentiate between living and non-living things by observing specific traits such as growth, movement, respiration, reproduction, and response to stimuli. It also highlights the diversity of life and encourages students to observe living things in their surroundings to understand how they adapt and survive in various environments.

II. Key Concepts Covered:

ConceptExplanation
Living vs Non-livingLiving things grow, move, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and need food and air.
Characteristics of Living BeingsGrowth, Movement, Respiration, Excretion, Reproduction, Sensitivity, Nutrition.
MovementAnimals move freely, plants show movement in parts (e.g., sunflower turning).
GrowthIncrease in size and number of cells (e.g., seed to plant, child to adult).
NutritionAll living beings need food to get energy.
RespirationBreaking down food to release energy using oxygen.
ExcretionRemoval of waste from the body (e.g., urination, sweating).
ReproductionAbility to produce offspring (e.g., animals lay eggs or give birth).
Response to StimuliSensitivity to light, sound, touch, etc. (e.g., touch-me-not plant folds leaves).

III. Important Questions:

(A) Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark)

  1. Which of the following shows all characteristics of living things?
    a) Tree b) Robot c) Car d) Cloud
    Answer: a) Tree

  2. The touch-me-not plant folds its leaves when touched. This shows:
    a) Growth b) Reproduction c) Response to stimuli d) Respiration
    Answer: c) Response to stimuli

  3. The process of removing waste from the body is called:
    a) Digestion b) Respiration c) Reproduction d) Excretion
    Answer: d) Excretion

  4. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of living beings?
    a) Breathing b) Movement c) Photosynthesis d) Producing electricity
    Answer: d) Producing electricity

(B) Short Answer Questions (2/3 Marks)

  1. How do we know a seed is living even when it does not move?

  2. Mention any three characteristics that differentiate living things from non-living things.

  3. Why do animals excrete waste from their bodies? (PYQ 2021)

  4. Explain how a plant responds to sunlight.

(C) Long Answer QuestiXons (5 Marks)

  1. Explain any five characteristics of living things with suitable examples. (PYQ 2020)

  2. How do living things grow, reproduce, and respond to stimuli? Give examples.

  3. What are the different types of movement observed in living beings? Illustrate with examples.

  4. Compare the breathing process in humans and plants. (PYQ 2018)

(D) HOTS – Higher Order Thinking Skills

  1. A robot can move and respond to commands. Can it be called a living being? Why or why not?

  2. If a plant doesn’t move from its place, how do we know it is alive?

IV. Key Formulas / Concepts / Definitions:

  • Living Things: Organisms that show all life processes.

  • Respiration: Process of breaking down food to release energy.

  • Excretion: Removal of waste products from the body.

  • Reproduction: The process of producing young ones.

  • Stimulus: A change in the environment to which an organism responds.

  • Growth: Increase in size or number of cells in living beings.

V. Deleted Portions (CBSE 2025–2026):

No portions have been deleted from this chapter as per the rationalized NCERT textbooks.

VI. Chapter-Wise Marks Bifurcation (Estimated – CBSE 2025–2026):

Unit/ChapterEstimated MarksType of Questions Typically Asked
Chapter 10: Living Creatures – Exploring their Characteristics5–6 MarksMCQs, Short Answers, HOTS, Comparison-based Long Answers

VII. Previous Year Questions (PYQs):

YearMarksQuestion
20213Why do animals excrete waste? Name two excretory products.
20205List any five characteristics of living organisms with examples.
20192What is respiration and why is it important for living beings?
20185Differentiate between breathing in plants and animals.

VIII. Real-World Application Examples:

  • Pet animals grow and respond when called – showing growth and sensitivity.

  • Human digestion and urination are examples of nutrition and excretion.

  • Touch-me-not and sunflower show plant sensitivity and movement.

  • Seeds sprouting into plants show growth and reproduction.

  • Sweating in hot weather is a form of excretion in humans.

IX. Student Tips & Strategies for Success:

 Time Management:

  • Use visuals or diagrams to understand life processes.

  • Revise two characteristics daily and create a comparison table.

 Exam Preparation:

  • Prepare a chart comparing living vs non-living things.

  • Use acronyms to remember characteristics (e.g., MRS GREN: Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrition).

 Stress Management:

  • Observe living beings around you and relate them to textbook concepts.

  • Use storytelling to describe animal/plant characteristics.

X. Career Guidance & Exploration (Class-Specific):

For Classes 9–10:

  • Streams: Biology basics start here. Students interested in life sciences can explore Science stream later.

  • Exams: Olympiads, NTSE, and foundation courses include questions on life processes.

  • Careers: Zoologist, Botanist, Biotechnologist, Ecologist, Medical Professional, Wildlife Researcher.

XI. Important Notes:

  •  Always refer to CBSE Academic and NCERT for authentic curriculum updates.

  •  Focus on application of concepts in real life rather than rote memorization.

  •  Practice diagram labeling, comparison charts, and writing precise definitions.

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