Adaptations and Variations

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What is an adaptation?

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A feature or behavior that helps an animal survive.

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What are the causes of extinction?

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disease, predation, competition, global catastrophe.

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What does biodiversity refer to?

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The variety of species on Earth.

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What type of adaptations do animals exhibit when they hibernate or migrate?

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Behavioral adaptations.

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What is it called when an animal looks like another animal?

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Mimicry.

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What is a structural adaptation?

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A physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival.

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Give an example of a physiological adaptation.

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The ability of some animals to regulate their body temperature.

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What is camouflage?

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A structural adaptation that allows an animal to blend in with its environment.

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What is the difference between behavioral and structural adaptations?

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Behavioral adaptations are actions animals take to survive, while structural adaptations are physical features.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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It contributes to ecosystem resilience and stability.