Living organisms and non-living systems have numerous characteristics in common, but only organisms -. a have the ability to move. b are composed of cells. c have the ability to self-replicate. d have the ability to utilize energy. e are composed of atoms. this question was asked already but didn't have an actual answer, so anyone who can me out

The correct answer for this question is: "C have the ability to self-replicate."

We're looking for the one choice that could ONLY apply to living things.
A. There are non-living things that are moving.
B. There are organisms that are composed of cells.
D. There are non-living things that actually can utilize energy. Light bulbs, for example. That's electrical energy, right there.

C. Only living organisms can self-replicate.