Animal Adaptations Lesson 1 Vocab

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What is a 'system'?

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A group of things that affect each other and function as a whole.

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What is 'camouflage'?

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A method used by animals, like a chameleon, to change color and blend in with their surroundings.

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What is the meaning of 'adaptation'?

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A physical trait or behavior that helps a living thing survive in its environment.

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What does 'structure' mean?

Back

The specific form and shape of something.

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What does 'behavior' mean?

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The actions and reactions of living things.

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What is an example of an adaptation?

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A polar bear's thick fur that keeps it warm in cold climates.

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What is the purpose of camouflage?

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To help animals avoid predators by blending in with their environment.

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What is a physical trait?

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A characteristic of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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What is an example of a system in nature?

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An ecosystem, where plants, animals, and the environment interact.

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What is the role of behavior in survival?

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Behaviors help animals find food, avoid danger, and reproduce.