Plant and Animal Adaptations

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic or trait that helps a plant or animal survive in its environment.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a change in the body structure of a plant or animal that helps it survive, like a thick fur coat for warmth.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in the way an animal acts to help it survive, like birds migrating to warmer places in winter.

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What is an example of a plant adaptation in a dry environment?

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Cacti have thick stems to store water and spines to reduce water loss.

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How do some plants adapt to salty environments?

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Some plants can filter out salt or excrete it to survive in salty water.

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Why is fire important for some seeds to sprout?

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Fire can clear away old plants and debris, allowing seeds to grow in a less crowded area.

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What is an epiphyte?

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An epiphyte is a plant that grows on another plant to reach sunlight, like orchids.

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How do webbed feet help birds?

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Webbed feet help birds swim better in water to catch food.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals?

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A squirrel storing nuts for winter is a behavioral adaptation.