HMH Adaptations pages 252-253

Which physical adaptations do fish need to swim against the current?

• Smooth bodies and strong tails

• Flexible stems and roots

• Burrowing into the soil

• Holding on tightly to water plants

Which physical adaptations do water plants need to survive in flowing water?

• Smooth bodies and strong tails

• Flexible stems and roots

• Burrowing into the soil

• Holding on tightly to water plants

Which physical adaptations do animals in lakes and ponds have?

• Smooth bodies and strong tails

• Flexible stems and roots

• Whiskers to sense chemicals

• Long, thin legs

Which physical adaptations do pond turtles have?

• Smooth bodies and strong tails

• Flexible stems and roots

• Whiskers to sense chemicals

• Strong swimming ability and ability to hold breath

Which plant would be better adapted to survive in an environment with fast flowing water?

• Cattail

• Elodea

• Water lily

• Catfish