Which statement is NOT a distinguishing feature of living organisms?
A) There exists a high degree of organizational complexity.
B) The structure of components influences their function.
C) Organisms can reproduce themselves.
D) Organisms do not need to interact with their environment.
E) Organisms change over time.

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Interacting with the environment is a crucial aspect of the definition of a living organism. Therefore, the statement "Organisms do not need to interact with their environment" is not a distinguishing feature of living organisms.

Which Statement Is NOT a Distinguishing Feature of Living Organisms