Adaptations: Behavioral vs Structural

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What is a structural adaptation?

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A structural adaptation is a physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival in its environment, such as the spikes on a porcupine fish.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is an action or behavior that an organism exhibits to survive in its environment, such as an owl being nocturnal.

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Give an example of a structural adaptation.

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The long neck of a giraffe, which helps it reach high leaves.

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Give an example of a behavioral adaptation.

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Penguins huddling together for warmth during cold weather.

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What adaptation helps a lion tear meat from its prey?

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The pointed teeth of a lion are a structural adaptation that helps it tear meat.

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What is the purpose of a squid squirting ink?

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It is a behavioral adaptation used to escape from predators.

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How do adaptations help organisms?

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Adaptations help organisms survive and reproduce in their specific environments.

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What is the difference between structural and behavioral adaptations?

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Structural adaptations are physical features, while behavioral adaptations are actions or behaviors.

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Why do camels have humps?

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Camels have humps as a structural adaptation to store fat, which can be converted to water and energy.

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What is an example of a physiological adaptation?

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The ability of some animals to regulate their body temperature is a physiological adaptation.