Selective Breeding

Selective Breeding

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Flashcard

Science

7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS4-4, MS-LS4-2, MS-LS4-5

+4

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is selective breeding?

Back

Selective breeding is the process of breeding plants or animals for specific traits or characteristics.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of selective breeding in dogs?

Back

Chihuahuas are an example of a breed developed through selective breeding.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

Back

It refers to the idea that individuals best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is natural selection?

Back

Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a physical adaptation?

Back

A physical adaptation is a structural feature of an organism that enhances its survival in its environment.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a physical adaptation in animals.

Back

The spikes on a porcupine are an example of a physical adaptation for defense.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main goal of selective breeding?

Back

The main goal of selective breeding is to produce offspring with desired traits.

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