Structures and Functions

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic or feature that helps an organism survive in its environment.

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How do body coverings help animals?

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Body coverings, like fur or skin, help animals blend into their surroundings to avoid predators or to hunt.

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What is the purpose of a cactus's thick, waxy outer covering?

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The thick, waxy outer covering helps a cactus retain water in hot, dry conditions.

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Why do some animals have different types of mouths or beaks?

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Different types of mouths or beaks are adaptations that help animals eat different types of food.

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What is the role of a shark's sense of smell?

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A shark's strong sense of smell helps it find its prey in the water.

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What does it mean to blend into the environment?

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To blend into the environment means to have colors or patterns that make it hard for others to see you.

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Why do lizards have tails that can break off?

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Lizards have tails that can break off to escape from predators.

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What is an example of a plant adaptation?

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An example of a plant adaptation is the ability of a cactus to store water.

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How do spines help cacti?

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Spines protect cacti from animals that might want to eat them.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way that animals or plants use colors and patterns to hide from predators.