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Free step-by-step NCERT solutions for Class 6 Science chapter "Diversity in the Living World" — 8 important questions with detailed answers for CBSE board exam preparation.

TL;DR: Free step-by-step NCERT solutions for Class 6 Science chapter "Diversity in the Living World" — 8 important questions with detailed answers for CBSE b…

By Syllab.in · Updated Jun 14, 2026

Key Questions Covered:

  1. What is the difference between living and non-living things?
  2. Define habitat.
  3. What are the main types of habitats?
  4. How are living organisms classified?
  5. What is biodiversity?
  6. Name three characteristics of living things.
  7. + 2 more questions in the full chapter

Solutions Summary:

Question Status
What is the difference between living and non-living things? ✓ Solved
Define habitat. ✓ Solved
What are the main types of habitats? ✓ Solved
How are living organisms classified? ✓ Solved
What is biodiversity? ✓ Solved
Name three characteristics of living things. ✓ Solved

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Q1: What is the difference between living and non-living things?

Living things grow, breathe, move, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and require food. Non-living things do not have these characteristics and do not perform life activities.

Q2: Define habitat.

Habitat is the natural environment or home where a plant or animal lives and finds food, water, shelter, and suitable conditions to survive.

Q3: What are the main types of habitats?

Main habitats are: - Terrestrial (land habitats like forest, desert, grassland, mountain) - Aquatic (water habitats like ocean, river, pond, lake)

Q4: How are living organisms classified?

Living organisms are classified into: - Plants (make own food using sunlight) - Animals (eat plants or other animals for food) - Microorganisms (microscopic, include bacteria and fungi)

Q5: What is biodiversity?

Biodiversity is the variety of different plants, animals, and other living organisms found in a particular area or on Earth.

Q6: Name three characteristics of living things.

Three characteristics are: - Growth (increase in size and complexity) - Reproduction (ability to produce offspring) - Respiration (process to obtain and use energy)

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