Topic 6: Adaptations and Survival

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What does it mean for an organism to adapt?

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To change characteristics to survive in a particular environment.

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Why do some plants lose their leaves?

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To conserve water and energy during unfavorable conditions.

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What is dormancy in plants?

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A state of rest where plants stop growing and conserve energy.

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How do animals survive in cold weather?

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They may hibernate or migrate to warmer areas.

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What is migration?

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The movement of animals from one place to another for survival.

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What are characteristics?

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Traits or features that help an organism survive in its environment.

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What does it mean to hibernate?

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To go into a deep sleep during winter to conserve energy.

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Why is it important for organisms to adapt?

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To survive and reproduce in changing environments.

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What is an example of an adaptation in animals?

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Camouflage, which helps them blend into their surroundings.

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What happens to plants during dormancy?

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They stop growing, lose leaves, and conserve resources.