Plant and animal adaptations

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What is the BEST definition of adaptation?

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A body part or behavior that helps a living thing survive.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What does XYLEM do for a plant?

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Moves water from the roots to the higher parts of the plant.

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Which adaptations help plants conserve water?

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Small, thin leaves.

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True or False: A fish uses its gills to absorb oxygen from water.

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True.

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True or False: Gills allow fish to absorb oxygen from the air.

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False.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals?

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Migration of birds to warmer climates.

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What is a structural adaptation?

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A physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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Give an example of a structural adaptation in plants.

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Cacti have thick, waxy skin to reduce water loss.

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What is camouflage?

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A type of adaptation that allows animals to blend in with their environment.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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How do long roots help plants?

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They allow plants to access water deep in the soil.