Ellie Science quiz 4/9/24

While hiking in the woods, Ellie sees several plants wrapped around some tree trunks. This makes her think about the factors that influence the way things grow.

Which factors contribute to the way organisms grow and develop? Choose the three that apply.

• genetics

• size

• response to stimuli

• structures

• access to resources

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Genes passed (DNA) from parent to offspring that determine characteristics for success

• Genetic factor

• Environmental factor

• Limiting Factor

• System

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The shape of a plant's leaf is an example of a

• Genetic factor

• Environmental factor

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The amount of water available is an example of a

• Genetic factor

• Environmental factor

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If a trait varies within a pair of identical twins, it is most likely caused by

• genetic traits

• inherited traits

• what you eat

• the environment

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If the amount of resources increases, the population would

• increase

• decrease

• stay the same

• go extinct

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Which factor(s) are environmental conditions that can influence the growth of organisms?

• availability of food

• birth rate

• availability of space

• availability of water

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A plant growing towards a light source is an example of which of the following?

• attracting a mate

• destroying infectious germs

• responding to a stimuli

• obtaining moisture from the air

When you step out into the cold, your body shivers in order to keep its temperature at 98.6F.

• All living things use energy
• All living things contain cells
• All living things maintain homeostasis
• All living things grow

Which of the following describes homeostasis?

• keeps variables exactly at the set point

• organism's ability to maintain steady (stable) internal conditions

• operates through positive feedback

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