Animal Structures and Functions

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Some animals, such as birds, have beaks, while other animals, like horses, have large mouths with flat teeth. The difference in these structures is most closely related to --

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the types of food these animals eat.

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The function of body coverings in animals like wolves (thick fur) and birds (feathers) is similar because of --

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the temperature of the environment they live in.

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How do structures like whiskers and antennae help organisms?

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They help organisms get information about their environment.

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Which of the following statements correctly describes the structure that helps this animal survive in its environment? Options: thick layer of blubber, big furry ears, a transparent eyelid, the ability to change colors with the seasons

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thick layer of blubber

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Which of the following statements is correct? A giraffe has long legs to reach watering holes easily., A giraffe has a long tail to help guide him when he runs., A giraffe has a long tongue to reach the leaves of tall trees., A giraffe has a long mane down its neck to help it run faster.

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A giraffe has a long tongue to reach the leaves of tall trees.

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Which of the following statements is correct? A shark has slimy skin to glide through water., A shark has an extremely strong sense of smell to find prey., A shark has three extra fins to fight off predators., A shark has one set of baby teeth and one set of adult teeth to eat prey.

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A shark has an extremely strong sense of smell to find prey.

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Which of the following describes an adaptation of a lizard that helps it survive in its environment? A lizard has two sets of lips to help it retain water., A lizard has extra big feet to spread out the heat from the ground., A lizard has gills to breathe underwater when it floods., A lizard has a tail that breaks off so it can run away when grabbed by a predator.

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A lizard has a tail that breaks off so it can run away when grabbed by a predator.

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How do the spotted fur of a leopard and spotted skin of a leopard gecko help organisms in their environments?

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They help organisms blend into their surroundings.