[5.10A] Organisms & Environments Vocabulary Quiz

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A structure is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

Camouflage is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

A function is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

Hibernation is...

• a body part.
• the purpose of a structure.
• looking like another living thing to avoid predators.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

An adaptation is...

• a body covering that blends in with the environment.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a characteristic that helps a living thing survive.
• a deep, sleep-like state.

Mimicry is...

• a deep, sleep-like state.
• the purpose of a structure.
• a characteristic that helps a living thing survive.
• looking like another living thing to avoid predators.

Which adaptations of the Great Horned Owl help it locate prey at night? Select all that apply.

• good hearing
• can swivel their head 270 degrees
• silent flight patterns
• brown and grey feathers
• hollow bones

Which adaptations of the rattlesnake allows it to locate its prey? Select all that apply.

• heat sensors in mouth
• smell with tongue
• body senses faint vibrations
• cold-blooded
• rattle on tail

Which adaptation of the cactus helps it retain water in the hot desert?

• Sharp spines
• Shallow root system
• Thick, waxy coverings on leaves
• Bright-colored flowers