Adaptations
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an adaptation?
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An adaptation is a characteristic or trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the two main types of adaptations?
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Behavioral Adaptations and Physical/Structural Adaptations.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Physical/Structural Adaptation?
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A Physical/Structural Adaptation is a physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival, such as sharp teeth or camouflage.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Behavioral Adaptation?
Back
A Behavioral Adaptation is a behavior that helps an organism survive, such as migration or hibernation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is variation in a species?
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Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals of the same species.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes variations in traits within a species?
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Variations are caused by mutations in genes, which can lead to different physical characteristics.
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NGSS.MS-LS3-1
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a Physical/Structural Adaptation.
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The spikes on a porcupine fish are an example of a Physical/Structural Adaptation.
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