Adaptations and the Environment

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What are adaptations?

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Adaptations are special features or behaviors that help animals survive in their environment.

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How do animals develop adaptations?

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Animals develop adaptations over many generations through the process of evolution.

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What happens to animals when their environment changes?

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When the environment changes, some animals may die, some may move, and others may develop adaptations.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is an adaptation that allows animals to blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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Why do some animals have special features like long tongues?

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Some animals have long tongues to help them reach food that is hard to get, like insects or nectar.

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What is an example of an animal that uses camouflage?

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A chameleon is an example of an animal that uses camouflage to change its color and blend in with its environment.

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How does the black tip of a giraffe's tongue help it?

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The black tip of a giraffe's tongue helps prevent sunburn while it eats leaves from tall trees.

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What is the purpose of adaptations?

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The purpose of adaptations is to help animals survive and reproduce in their specific environments.

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What is an example of an adaptation for protection?

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Camouflage and sharp spines are examples of adaptations that help protect animals from predators.

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What is the difference between a physical adaptation and a behavioral adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a body part that helps an animal survive, while a behavioral adaptation is something an animal does to survive.