Adaptations and Environment

What is an adaptation?

• An adaptation is a temporary change that does not affect an organism's survival

• An adaptation is a process that only occurs in plants

• An adaptation is a change or adjustment in an organism's structure or habits to better suit its environment.

• An adaptation is a sudden mutation in an organism's DNA

Describe how camouflage helps animals survive in their environment.

• Camouflage has no impact on an animal's survival

• Camouflage makes animals more visible to predators

• Camouflage attracts prey towards animals

• Camouflage helps animals blend into their surroundings, making it harder for predators to spot them and increasing their chances of survival.

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Explain how migration is an adaptation for some animals.

• Migration is a form of hibernation for animals.

• Migration helps animals survive by moving to different locations based on changing conditions.

• Animals migrate to find mates in different locations.

• Migration is a way for animals to avoid predators.

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How do animals use hibernation as an adaptation?

• By increasing metabolic rate to burn excess energy.

• By lowering metabolic rate, body temperature, and heart rate to conserve energy.

• By staying active and foraging for food throughout the winter.

• By migrating to warmer climates during winter months.

What is a behavioral adaptation in animals?

• Ability to fly

• Colors of their fur

• Preference for certain foods

• Actions or behaviors that help animals survive in their environment.

How do plants adapt to survive in a desert environment?

• Plants in deserts adapt by attracting predators to provide water

• Plants in deserts adapt by growing in water-rich environments

• Plants in deserts adapt by hibernating during the day

• Plants in deserts adapt by developing deep root systems, reducing water loss, storing water, and tolerating high temperatures.

What is the purpose of thorns on some plants?

• To provide structural support for the plant

• To attract pollinators with their bright colors

• To store excess water for the plant

• To protect the plant from herbivores and other animals.

How do animals adapt to cold climates?

• Animals adapt to cold climates by wearing sunglasses and sunscreen

• Animals adapt to cold climates by hosting beach parties

• Animals adapt to cold climates by growing thicker fur or feathers, storing extra fat for insulation, hibernating, migrating to warmer areas, or changing their behavior to conserve heat.

• Animals adapt to cold climates by throwing snowballs at each other

Describe how animals in the Arctic have adapted to the extreme cold.

• Animals in the Arctic have adapted by wearing sunglasses to protect their eyes from the sun's glare.

• Animals in the Arctic have adapted by developing thick layers of fat or blubber, small extremities, thick fur or feathers, and a lower surface area to volume ratio.

• Animals in the Arctic have adapted by migrating to warmer climates during the winter months.

• Animals in the Arctic have adapted by hibernating for the entire winter season.

What is a nocturnal behavior in animals?

• Hunting during the day

• Activity primarily during the day

• Activity primarily during the night

• Sleeping during the night

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