4th Grade Science

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What is a resource in the context of living things?

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A resource is anything that can meet a need of a living thing.

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What are the three forms an adaptation can take?

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An adaptation may be a physical characteristic, a skill, or a behavior.

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Define adaptation in terms of living organisms.

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An adaptation is a change in a characteristic of a living thing that allows it to survive in its environment.

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What do we call all the living things surrounding an organism?

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The environment.

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True or False: Living in a group helps animals find food and protect themselves.

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True.

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What is the significance of adaptations for survival?

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Adaptations help living things survive by allowing them to better fit their environment.

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Can behavior be considered an adaptation?

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Yes, behavior can be a form of adaptation.

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What is an example of a physical adaptation?

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An example of a physical adaptation is the thick fur of polar bears that helps them survive in cold climates.

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How does the environment affect living organisms?

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The environment provides resources and conditions that influence the survival and adaptations of living organisms.

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What is the relationship between resources and the environment?

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Resources are found in the environment and are necessary for the survival of living things.