Adaptation in Cold Desert Plant and Animal

What is hibernation and how does it help cold desert animals survive?

• Hibernation helps cold desert animals survive by flying to warmer areas

• Hibernation helps cold desert animals survive by building underground shelters

• Hibernation helps cold desert animals survive by conserving energy and reducing the need for food and water.

• Hibernation helps cold desert animals survive by eating more food and drinking more water

Name one animal that hibernates in cold deserts and explain how it prepares for hibernation.

• Polar bear

• Camel

• Arctic ground squirrel

• Penguin

How do cold desert plants conserve water to survive in harsh conditions?

• Small leaves, thick stems, and deep root systems

• Large leaves, thin stems, and shallow root systems

• Large leaves, thick stems, and shallow root systems

• No leaves, thin stems, and shallow root systems

Explain the role of thick fur and feathers in helping cold desert animals survive extreme cold.

• Thick fur and feathers help animals to fly and escape the cold

• Thick fur and feathers provide insulation and help trap heat to keep the animals warm in extreme cold.

• Thick fur and feathers provide a source of food for other animals in the desert

• Thick fur and feathers make animals more visible to predators in the snow

What are some examples of animals with thick fur or feathers in cold deserts?

• Arctic fox, snow leopard, yak, camel

• Polar bear, penguin, kangaroo, elephant

• Dolphin, shark, jellyfish, octopus

• Lion, zebra, giraffe, cheetah

Describe the process of hibernation in cold desert animals.

• Building insulated shelters to stay warm

• Migrating to warmer regions during winter

• Eating large amounts of food to store energy

• Lowering metabolic rate and entering a state of dormancy to conserve energy

How do cold desert plants adapt to limited water availability?

• Shallow root systems, increased water loss, and no water storage

• Deep root systems, reduced water loss, and water storage

• No adaptation needed, as water is abundant in cold deserts

• Reduced root systems, increased water loss, and no water storage

What are some behavioral adaptations of cold desert animals to survive in extreme cold?

• Swimming in icy water

• Some behavioral adaptations of cold desert animals include burrowing underground to escape the cold, huddling together for warmth, and being active during the warmer parts of the day.

• Building nests in trees

• Migrating to warmer climates

Why is water conservation important for plants in cold deserts?

• To encourage the growth of non-native plant species

• To provide extra water for recreational activities

• To prevent dehydration and survive in a harsh environment.

• To attract more tourists to the desert

How do animals in cold deserts prepare for hibernation?

• Storing extra fat reserves and finding a sheltered place to hibernate

• Building a nest with twigs and leaves

• Migrating to warmer climates

• Eating large amounts of food before hibernation