Adaptations

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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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Which term describes a plant growing toward light?

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Phototropism

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What is the term for a plant's roots growing down into the ground?

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Geotropism

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True or False: The surroundings or conditions in which a plant or animal lives is called environment.

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True

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What is the term for animals moving great distances as the seasons change?

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Migration

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What is thigmotropism?

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A plant's response to touch or physical contact.

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What is hydrotropism?

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A plant's growth response to moisture or water.

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What is the difference between migration and hibernation?

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Migration is the seasonal movement of animals, while hibernation is a state of inactivity during winter.

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What is the role of adaptations in survival?

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Adaptations enhance an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is camouflage?

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A type of adaptation that allows animals to blend in with their surroundings.