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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic or trait that helps an organism survive and thrive in its environment.

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What are the two main types of adaptations?

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Physical adaptations and behavioral adaptations.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a structural feature of an organism's body that enhances its survival, such as camouflage or body shape.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in the way an organism acts to survive, such as migration or hibernation.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a type of structural adaptation that allows an organism to blend in with its surroundings to avoid predators.

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is when one species evolves to resemble another species for protection or other advantages.

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How do long eyelashes help camels?

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Long eyelashes help camels keep sand out of their eyes in desert environments.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a behavioral adaptation where animals enter a state of deep sleep during cold months to conserve energy.

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Why are the best-adapted organisms more likely to survive?

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The best-adapted organisms have traits that enhance their ability to find food, escape predators, and reproduce in their environment.

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What is an example of a physical adaptation in butterflies?

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Bright colors in butterflies warn predators that they are poisonous.