Plant and Animal Adaptations

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What are adaptations?

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Body parts and behaviors that help an organism survive in their environment.

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Why do some plants on the rain forest floor have huge, slippery leaves?

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They need huge leaves because there isn't much light near the rainforest floor, and being slippery lets the extra rain drip right off.

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How do alligators stay cool in dry weather?

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They dig gator holes.

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Why do low-growing plants in the rain forest have brightly colored flowers?

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Their bright flowers attract pollinators, such as birds and insects.

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How long does it take plants and animals to adapt?

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A very long time.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical feature of an organism that helps it survive, such as a long neck in giraffes.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavior that helps an organism survive, such as birds migrating to warmer climates.

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Give an example of an adaptation in desert plants.

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Cacti have thick stems to store water and spines to reduce water loss.

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Why do some animals have camouflage?

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Camouflage helps animals blend in with their environment to avoid predators.

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What is the purpose of bright colors in some animals?

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Bright colors can warn predators that the animal is poisonous or unpalatable.