Review
Why does a brown desert jackrabbit survive in the desert environment?
The color of its fur makes it hard to see in the desert.
What structure allows an animal to breathe underwater?
Gills allow fish to breathe underwater.
What keeps a blue whale warm in the ocean?
A thick layer of blubber keeps them warm.
What plant structure on a cactus and rosebush helps protect it from animals who eat plants?
Thorns or spines help protect cacti and roses from animals.
Ostriches can run 40 mph and have sharp claws. What do these adaptations help the ostrich do?
Escape their predators.
How does having wings help a bird survive?
A bird can fly away from predators.
What does the foot of an animal that live in water look like?
The foot of an animal that lives in the water is webbed like a duck.
What structure would allow an animal to blend in with its surroundings?
An animals skin/fur color would allow it to blend into its surroundings.
What do the sharp talons on a falcons claw help them do?
Catch, hold, and eat their prey.
Why do polar bears have white fur if they are the largest predators of the Arctic?
Polar bears have white fur which lets them blend in with the snow, so they can sneak up on their prey.
What is a structure?
Parts that help plants and animals survive.
How does a cactus storing water help it survive?
There is not a lot of water in the desert, so a cactus's ability to store water helps it survive for long periods of time without rain.
What adaptation do monarch butterflies have to help them survive against birds?
Monarch butterflies are bright orange and black which warns birds to stay away.
How does thick fur help an animal survive?
Animals have thick fur where it is very cold. The fur keeps the animal warm.
What is a function?
The purpose of a structure on a plant or animal.
What are some structures that help a plant survive?
leaf size, waxy leaf coating, expanding for water storage, flowers, and pleasing smell.
What adaptations help a monkey survive in a tree?
They have a long tail and strong hands.
What are some structures that help an animal survive?
long neck, horns/antlers, body color, long tail, gills, strong legs, and thick fur.
What do beavers do to the environment to help them survive?
They build dams in water.
Why is important for plants to have adaptations or animals to have adaptations?
To help the plant or animal to survive.
How do the sharp claws on animals in Australia help them survive their environment?
They are able to climb Eucalyptus Trees.
What is an adaptation?
A structure or behavior that helps plants or animals survive.
What environment do plants with waxy leaves, long roots (one think and many thin), and that is barrel shaped live in?
They live in the desert.