What is the term for a long period of deep sleep that some animals undergo during winter?
Dormancy, Hibernation, and Migration

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Hibernation
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What happens to trees as winter approaches, particularly in relation to sunlight and temperature?
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Trees lose their leaves.
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What is the behavior called when animals move from one region to another in response to seasonal changes?
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Migration
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What is a common reason animals hibernate during winter?
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To conserve energy when food is scarce.
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What is the primary purpose of hibernation for animals?
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To survive periods of cold and food scarcity.
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What is the difference between dormancy and hibernation?
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Dormancy is a state of reduced metabolic activity, while hibernation is a specific type of dormancy characterized by deep sleep.
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What environmental factors trigger hibernation in animals?
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Decreasing temperatures and reduced food availability.
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