Abiotic/Biotic factors of a Desert

What is the main reason camels can survive long periods without water in the desert?

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  They have sharp teeth

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  They have long tails

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  They store fat in their humps

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  They run very fast

Imagine you are designing a plant that can survive in the desert. Which two features would you include, and why?

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  Large, flat leaves and shallow roots, to collect sunlight and water from the surface

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  Thick stems and deep roots, to store water and reach underground sources

• Bright flowers and thin stems, to attract pollinators and grow quickly

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  Soft leaves and short roots, to avoid losing water

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A desert is experiencing a sudden increase in rainfall. How might this change affect the plants and animals living there?

• Nothing will change

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  The desert will turn into a forest overnight

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  All plants and animals will die

• Some plants may grow more, and new animals might move in

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Which of the following is a biotic factor found in a desert?

• Rocks

• Sunlight

• Cactus

• Sand

How do abiotic factors like sunlight and temperature affect the plants and animals that live in the desert?

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