An organism in equilibrium with its environment is no longer alive because
A) homeostasis is required for life.
B) heterostasis is required for life.
C) an organism requires only exergonic reactions to be alive.
D) an organism requires only endergonic reactions to be alive.

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Homeostasis is the maintenance of internal conditions within a specific range, and it is a necessary characteristic of life. An organism that is in equilibrium with its environment would not be able to maintain homeostasis and therefore would not be alive.

An Organism in Equilibrium with Its Environment Is No Longer