Natural Selection and Adaptations

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What is Natural Selection?

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Natural Selection is the process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What is an example of Natural Selection?

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The long and sharp beak of a woodpecker is an example of Natural Selection, as it helps the bird to access food.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a change in an organism's structure or appearance that helps it survive in its environment.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in the way an organism acts to help it survive, such as hibernation or migration.

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What is Hibernation?

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Hibernation is a behavioral adaptation where animals go into a deep sleep during the winter to conserve energy.

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What is Selective Breeding?

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Selective Breeding is the process by which humans breed plants and animals for specific traits.

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What does it mean for an organism to survive?

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To survive means to continue living or existing, especially in challenging environmental conditions.

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What is an example of a physical adaptation in animals?

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The thick fur of polar bears is a physical adaptation that helps them stay warm in cold climates.

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What is Mimicry?

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Mimicry is a type of adaptation where one species evolves to resemble another species for protection or other advantages.

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What is Camouflage?

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Camouflage is an adaptation that allows an organism to blend in with its environment to avoid detection by predators.

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