Science Penguin: Organisms & Environments Vocabulary 5.10A

A structure is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

Camouflage is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A function is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Hibernation is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• looking like another living thing to avoid predators.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

An adaptation is...

• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a characteristic that helps a living thing survive.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Mimicry is...

• a deep, sleep-like state.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a characteristic that helps a living thing survive.
• looking like another living thing to avoid predators.

Which adaptations of the Great Horned Owl help it locate prey at night? Select all that apply.

• good hearing
• can swivel their head 270 degrees
• silent flight patterns
• brown and grey feathers
• hollow bones

Which adaptations of the rattlesnake allows it to locate its prey? Select all that apply.

• heat sensors in mouth
• smell with tongue
• body senses faint vibrations
• cold-blooded
• rattle on tail

Which adaptation of the cactus helps it retain water in the hot desert?

• Sharp spines
• Shallow root system
• Thick, waxy coverings on leaves
• Bright-colored flowers

Which adaptation of the antelope allows it to move across rugged prairie land very quickly and effectively?

• Light brown skin with white belly
• Long, thin legs with hooved feet
• Long, ringed horns that are dark in color
• Large, dark eyes on the sides of its face

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4