Adaptations STAAR Review

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in behavior that helps an organism survive in its environment, such as playing dead to avoid predators.

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What is camouflage in the context of animal adaptations?

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Camouflage is a type of adaptation where an animal's color or pattern helps it blend in with its surroundings to avoid detection by predators or prey.

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Define habitat in relation to an organism's survival.

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives and can find all the resources it needs to survive, including water, shelter, food, air, and sunlight.

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How does the Tulip-Tree Beauty Moth use camouflage?

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The Tulip-Tree Beauty Moth has colors and patterns that help it blend in with its habitat, making it less visible to predators.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in bears?

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An example of a behavioral adaptation in bears is hibernating in a cave during the winter months to conserve energy and survive when food is scarce.

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What are structural adaptations?

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Structural adaptations are physical features of an organism that enhance its survival, such as the shape of a beak or the color of fur.

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Give an example of a structural adaptation in animals.

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An example of a structural adaptation is the thick fur of polar bears, which helps them stay warm in cold environments.

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What is the difference between behavioral and structural adaptations?

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Behavioral adaptations involve changes in how an organism acts, while structural adaptations involve physical features of the organism.

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Why is camouflage important for survival?

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Camouflage is important for survival because it helps animals avoid detection by predators and increases their chances of survival.

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What role does habitat play in an organism's life?

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Habitat provides the necessary resources for an organism's survival, including food, water, shelter, and space.

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