Question

why is reproduction one of the characteristics of life? without it cells could not photosynthesize. it is good for the environment. without it cells could not perform cellular reproduction. without it a species would become extinct.

Explanation:

Reproduction ensures the continuation of a species. Without it, there would be no new - generation individuals, leading to species extinction. Photosynthesis and cellular reproduction are different processes from species - level reproduction, and while it may have environmental impacts, the key reason it's a life characteristic is species survival.

Answer:

Without it a species would become extinct.