Science Blitz Adaptations in Living Things DPISD

Four students observe and record information about bird feet.

Which student's explanation is the best reason why geese have webbed feet?

• Geese live in muddy areas. Webbed feet keep them from sinking in the mud.

• Geese fly south each winter. Webbed feet can be used to steer when flying.

• Geese spend most of their time around the water. Webbed feet help geese swim.

• Geese live in cold areas. Webbed feet keep them from getting stuck in the snow.

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The Racoon can be found in most areas of Texas. The Coati has a smaller territory and is found from Big Bend to Brownsville. These two species are related. The chart shows the characteristics of these two species.

Which statement does NOT describe how the body structures of these animals help them escape predators?

• Paws with long claws on flexible toes to help them climb trees.

• Sharp teeth allow them to catch prey on land or in water.

• Long tails allow them to balance on branches in trees.

• Good eyesight helps them to see at night.

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The chart describes some beak and toe adaptations that help four bird species survive in different habitats.

Based on these adaptations, which table best matches the bird species to its environment?

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The leaves of two types of plants that live in different environments are shown in the pictures.

The leaves of both plants have different structures. What differences in the sturcture of leaves of these plants likely help the survive in their environments?

• The needle shape leaf of the pine tree helps it to avoid the sun and the flat leaf of the maple tree help it to hold water.

• The broad shape of the maple tree helps it to float on water where the thin needle leaf will sink in the water.

• The shape of the needle leaf and the broad shape maple help them to avoid herbivores that consume them.

• The thin needle shape pine leaf helps to conserve water in dry climates where the maple trees broad leaf helps it to collect sunlight to create its own food.

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A student reads the following information:

1. 1. Feet covered in hair for good grip and protection against extreme temperatures

2. 2. Thickly callused pads for protection from sharp edges and extreme temperatures

3. 3. Long claws for climbing and digging

5. Which animal most likely has the characteristics described?

• Polar Bear

• Gorilla

• Elephant

• Desert Fox

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