The atom is the basic unit of structure and function in living things. True or false?

true

Not sure. I'd say a cell, since we're talking about living things.

But, are viruses considered living? Do they have cells?

thats a whole debate of whether they are alive or not

False. Although the atom is the basic unit of matter, it is not the basic unit of structure and function in living things. The basic unit of structure and function in living things is the cell. Cells are the building blocks of life and are responsible for carrying out various functions necessary for life processes.