Which of the following is considered a 'twin characteristic' of growth in living organisms?
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Correct answer: Increase in mass and increase in number of individuals
NCERT defines growth in living organisms by two twin characteristics: an increase in body mass and an increase in the number of individuals (or cells). In multicellular organisms, growth occurs through cell division, while in unicellular organisms, an increase in cell number directly represents population growth.
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