Rock Pocket Mouse

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Where do rock pocket mice live geographically?

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Southwestern U.S.

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The Rock Pocket mice move to the environment that matches their fur.

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False

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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Which of the following is TRUE? Most mice have sandy, light-colored coat to match the environment where they live.

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True

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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Dark mice are more likely to survive in the dark rocks because the predators cannot see them as easily.

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True

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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The appearance of dark-colored volcanic rock caused the mutation for black fur to appear in the rock pocket mouse population.

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False

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is the primary factor influencing the fur color of rock pocket mice?

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Natural selection based on the environment.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What adaptation helps rock pocket mice survive in their environment?

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Fur color that matches their surroundings.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is the significance of fur color in rock pocket mice?

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It affects their visibility to predators.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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How does the environment influence the evolution of rock pocket mice?

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Different environments select for different fur colors.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What role does mutation play in the fur color of rock pocket mice?

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Mutations can lead to variations in fur color that may be advantageous.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

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