Inheritance & adaptions

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What is an adaptation?

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A feature that helps a living thing survive.

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How do adaptations help animals?

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To escape animals, to hunt for food, to survive in their habitats.

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What is camouflage?

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Body coverings that blend in with the environment.

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What are behavioral adaptations?

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Behaviors that help a living thing survive in its environment.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A body part that helps a living thing survive in its environment.

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Give an example of an adaptation in a desert animal.

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A camel's hump stores fat for energy.

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Why do animals have adaptations?

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To survive and thrive in their specific environments.

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What is the role of the environment in adaptations?

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The environment influences the types of adaptations that are beneficial for survival.

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How do adaptations affect an animal's survival?

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They improve the animal's ability to find food, escape predators, and reproduce.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in birds?

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Migrating to warmer areas during winter.