Plant and Animal Adaptations

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Why do plants adapt to their environments?

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Plants adapt to their environments in order to get the water and sunlight they need to survive in a harsh environment.

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How did amphibians adapt to their changing environment?

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Amphibians adapted by developing lungs and limbs.

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How do plants like water lilies float on the water?

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Water lilies float because they have an air space in their stems.

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What does it mean for a species to use camouflage?

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It means the species blended in with its surroundings to avoid predators.

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What is the difference between a biotic factor and an abiotic factor?

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Biotic factors are living things and abiotic factors are non-living things.

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic that helps an organism survive in its environment.

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Give an example of a plant adaptation.

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Cacti have thick stems to store water in dry environments.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a method that allows animals to blend in with their surroundings.

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Why do some animals hibernate?

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Some animals hibernate to survive harsh weather conditions and conserve energy.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives.