To survive, all organisms must be able to carry out basic functions, regardless of their classification. describe carried out by all organisms that suggests they share a common origin or a common creator.

Movement. Both animals and plants have the ability to move.
Respiration. Respiration is the process of extracting energy out of the food we eat
Sensitivity this means that they have an awareness of changes in their environment.
Growth All living organisms grow. Plants continue growing throughout their lives. Animals stop growing once they reach adulthood. Even when growth stops, materials within an animal’s body are still being replaced from its food.
Excretion All living things make waste products these can be useless or harmful to it and therefore need to be got rid of.
Reproduction you know
Nutrition is needed for energy and growth, both plants and animals need food. Plants are able to make their own food by photosynthesis