Environments and Survival Test

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What is a trait?

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A trait is something that can be observed about an organism, such as color or size.

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When an environment changes, traits that were adaptive might now be __________.

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Non-adaptive.

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What does it mean to survive?

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To stay alive.

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What does it mean to reproduce?

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To make offspring.

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What are variations?

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Variations are differences among organisms.

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What is adaptation?

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Adaptation is a change in traits that helps an organism survive in its environment.

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What is an environment?

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An environment is the surrounding area where an organism lives.

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What is a predator?

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A predator is an animal that hunts and eats other animals.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural home or environment of an organism.

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What does it mean for a trait to be adaptive?

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A trait is adaptive if it helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.