Weeks 23 & 24 Science

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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How do traits help animals?

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Traits help animals survive in their environment by providing advantages, such as camouflage or speed.

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What does it mean to survive?

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To survive means to continue to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions.

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What is an adaptive trait?

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An adaptive trait is a characteristic that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is a nonadaptive trait?

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A nonadaptive trait is a characteristic that does not help an organism survive or reproduce.

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Give an example of an adaptive trait in animals.

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Camouflage is an adaptive trait that helps animals blend into their environment to avoid predators.

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What can cause an environment to change?

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Natural events like floods, fires, tornadoes, and hurricanes can cause changes in the environment.

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Why is camouflage important for some animals?

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Camouflage helps animals hide from predators, increasing their chances of survival.

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What is the relationship between traits and survival?

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Traits can influence an animal's ability to survive in its environment.

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What happens to animals with nonadaptive traits?

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Animals with nonadaptive traits may find it harder to survive in their environment.