Based on the following information, which of the following descriptions about the black bear BEST represents the characteristic of living things: obtains and
uses material and energy? Black bears are found throughout the North American
continent. Black bears are considered omnivorous, eating a variety of things
including both plants and meat. While black bears can live just about anywhere
they can find food, they largely occur where there are trees. Black bears are
typically solitary creatures, except for family groups (female with cubs) or during
mating season. Black bears have relatively short claws, which enable them to
climb trees. However, unlike cats, the claws are non-retractable.
have relatively short claws, which enable them to climb trees
largely occur where there are trees
typically solitary creatures, except for family groups
considered omnivorous, eating a variety of things including both plants and meat