Science - Life Cycles Flashcard

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a state in which animals sleep and slow down their body processes during harsh winters to conserve energy.

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What is migration?

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Migration is the seasonal movement of animals from one region to another, often to find food or better living conditions.

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What does it mean to survive?

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To survive means to stay alive and continue living, especially in challenging conditions.

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How do whales survive in cold water?

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Whales have adapted by developing a thick layer of blubber for warmth.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a characteristic or change in an animal's body that helps it survive in its environment.

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What is an example of migration?

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Caribou travel hundreds of kilometers before winter starts and return in the spring.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in an animal's behavior that helps it survive, such as a bird singing to attract a mate.

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What is the purpose of adaptations in animals?

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Adaptations help animals survive and thrive in their specific environments.

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What is an instinctive behavior?

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An instinctive behavior is a natural behavior that an animal is born with, such as a turtle moving towards the ocean after hatching.

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What is learned behavior?

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Learned behavior is a behavior that an animal acquires through experience or observation.