7.12 A: Adaptations

This is an image of a swim bladder inside of a fish.

Which of these explains how the swim bladder allows the fish to survive?

• The swim bladder allows the fish to hold onto waste for a long time.

• The swim bladder allows the fish to breathe underwater.

• The swim bladder allows the fish to communicate sounds to other fish.

• The swim bladder allows the fish to move in an upward or downward direction.

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The diagram shows how water moves from a tree’s roots to the leaves.

Which of the following internal structures of a tree is responsible for transporting water (H₂O) to the leaves? 

• bark

• roots

• xylem

• phloem

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Which of these would be considered an internal adaptation?

• Darkened scales on a lizard to help it blend in with its surroundings.

• Large horns on a ram used to intimidate other male rams.

• Extra long intestines to help llamas absorb water.

• Sharp claws on a leopard to help it climb trees.

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Which of the following would be considered an internal adaptation that allows birds to fly?

• curved beak

• webbed feet

• long tail feathers

• hollow bones

How does the function of xylem relate to photosynthesis?

• Xylem transports water to the leaves.

• Xylem transports glucose through the plant.

• Xylem transports oxygen to the leaves.

• Xylem transports carbon dioxide through the plant.

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Which of these tissues transports glucose from the leaves to any other part of the same plant?

• phloem

• root

• leaf

• seed

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Which of these adaptations allows fish to obtain oxygen?

• fins

• large eyes

• gills

• shimmering scales