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What type of soil is found in the Piedmont region of Georgia?

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Thick red clay.

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What do plants need to have in order to grow in clay soil?

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Strong roots that can break through the clay.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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What is a key question scientists should ask about pine trees in different habitats?

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What do pine trees need to live (water, amount of sunlight, nutrients)?

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Can the mountain laurel plant survive in a marsh habitat?

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No, it cannot survive since the marsh ground is very soft and does not contain the type of rocky soil that it needs to grow.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Which bird has the biggest advantage if the food supply changes from seeds to nectar?

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Bird Y with its slender beak, as it could reach further inside flowers to get nectar.

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What is the best question to ask about a flower's growth in a specific habitat?

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How much water does the flower need to grow best?

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives and grows.

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What are the main types of habitats in Georgia?

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Piedmont, mountains, marshes, swamps, and coastal areas.

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Why do some plants have strong roots?

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To anchor themselves in the soil and access nutrients and water.

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

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What is the importance of sunlight for plants?

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Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, which allows plants to make their own food.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6