Adaptive Features in Animals and Plants

The video discusses adaptive features in organisms, focusing on how these inherited traits help them survive and reproduce in their environments. Examples include the Fennec Fox's adaptations for desert life, the Arctic Fox's features for cold climates, hydrophytes' traits for aquatic settings, and xerophytes' adaptations for arid conditions. Each organism or plant has unique features that enable it to thrive in its specific habitat.

What is an adaptive feature?

• An inherited trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce

• A trait acquired during an organism's lifetime

• A feature that makes an organism more attractive

• A temporary change in an organism's behavior

How does the Fennec Fox's coat help it survive in the desert?

• It provides insulation against the cold

• It attracts prey with its bright color

• It helps the fox blend in with the snow

• It allows for heat loss and provides camouflage

Why does the Arctic Fox have small ears?

• To help it swim better

• To reduce heat loss in cold environments

• To enhance its hearing abilities

• To make it more aerodynamic

What is a common feature of hydrophytes?

• Large flat leaves with air spaces

• Thick waxy cuticle

• Deep roots for water absorption

• Small rolled-up leaves

How do xerophytes adapt to environments with little water?

• By having thickened stems to store water

• By developing deep roots to reach underground water

• By having large leaves to capture more sunlight

• By growing taller to avoid ground heat