Science Module 2 Unit Test

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What are the stripes on a zebra's legs?

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The stripes on a zebra's legs are a characteristic feature of zebras, helping them with camouflage and social interactions.

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Do only traits from the father zebra get passed to the offspring?

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False. Traits from both the mother and father zebras are passed on to the offspring.

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Do siblings always have identical traits?

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False. Siblings can have different traits due to the combination of genes from both parents.

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How does living in a group help animals?

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Living in a group can provide better protection from threats, as there are more eyes to spot danger.

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Do some geckos have better camouflage than others?

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True. Some geckos have colors and patterns that help them blend into their environment better than others.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way that animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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What does it mean to inherit traits?

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To inherit traits means to receive characteristics from parents through genes.

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Why do animals have different traits?

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Animals have different traits due to genetic variation and the combination of genes from their parents.

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What is the purpose of animal stripes?

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Animal stripes can serve various purposes, including camouflage, social signaling, and temperature regulation.