Seasonal Changes in Plants & Animals

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What is Hibernation?

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Hibernation is a time of year when an animal goes into a deep sleep during the winter months.

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True or False: The Bald Cypress tree loses its needle-like leaves due to changes in the weather.

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True

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True or False: Seasonal changes affect the plants and trees in Florida.

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True

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True or False: Florida never experiences flooding as a part of seasonal weather changes.

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False

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What is a swamp?

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A swamp is a forest that is flooded either part of or all of the year.

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What happens to many animals during winter?

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Many animals hibernate during winter to conserve energy.

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How do seasonal changes affect plants?

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Seasonal changes can cause plants to lose leaves, change color, or go dormant.

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What is the term for animals that migrate to warmer areas during winter?

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Migration.

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What is dormancy in plants?

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Dormancy is a period when plants stop growing and conserve energy, often during winter.

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What is the significance of seasonal changes for ecosystems?

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Seasonal changes help maintain balance in ecosystems by affecting food availability and animal behaviors.