Animal Structures and Functions Flashcard

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Which structure best functions to protect an animal from predators? Options: sharp spines, short legs, colorful feathers, thick fur

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sharp spines

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Biomimetics is the study of animals to:

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help scientists design things to help people.

Front

In biomimetics, people design things that imitate ______. Options: legs, fur, nature, insects, small animals

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legs, fur, nature, insects, small animals

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How does an octopus changing its skin color and pattern help it?

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to feed

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Why does an elephant have big ears?

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To cool its body

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The feet of this bird tell us that this animal can...

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Swim 

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Anteaters have a long thin snout and even longer tongue. What is this adaptation most likely for?

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To reach through small tunnels in the ground where it can find insects.

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A giraffe has a long neck in order to better reach leaves to eat. This is an example of _____. Options: an adaptation, environment, response, stimulus

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an adaptation

Front

How does a penguin stay warm?

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By having a layer of fat under its skin