The Food Chain
What is a consumer?
an animal that eats plants or other animals for food.
What is an adaptation?
a special feature or behavior that helps an animal survive in its environment.
What is a plant adaptation?
a special feature or characteristic that helps them survive in their environment.
What are some examples of human activities that can harm the environment?
Examples include pollution, deforestation, and littering.
What is the green substance in plants that helps them make food from sunlight?
Chlorophyll
What is a producer?
a living thing, usually a plant, that makes its own food using sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil.
How do polar bears stay warm in cold temperatures?
thick fur and layers of fat help keep them warm in cold temperatures.
How do plants like dandelions and maple trees adapt to spread their seeds?
Plants like dandelions have seeds with parachutes or seeds that are easily carried by the wind, while maple trees have seeds with wings that spin as they fall to the ground.
How do human activities such as cutting down forests or building cities affect the habitats of plants and animals?
These activities can disrupt habitats, causing loss of biodiversity and threatening the survival of plant and animal species.
What are the four stages in the life cycle of a butterfly?
Egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), adult butterfly.
What is a herbivore?
an animal that eats only plants for food.
Why do birds migrate?
to find food and avoid the cold weather.
How do carnivorous plants like the Venus flytrap adapt to obtain nutrients?
Carnivorous plants have specialized leaves that can trap and digest insects to obtain nutrients from them
What are some ways pollution can harm plants and animals in the environment?
Pollution can contaminate water sources, harm plant growth, and endanger animal health through exposure to toxins.
What do we call all the living and non-living things in an area that interact with each other?
An ecosystem.
What is a carnivore?
animal that eats only other animals for food
How do animals survive in the desert?
Camels store water in their humps, and snakes have scales that help prevent water loss, allowing them to survive in the dry desert environment.
How do plants like thistles and stinging nettles adapt to protect themselves from herbivores?
Plants like thistles have spiky thorns, and stinging nettles have hairs that release irritating chemicals to deter herbivores from eating them.
What lessons can we learn from Indigenous cultures about living in harmony with nature?
We can learn about sustainable practices, respect for all living beings, and the importance of maintaining a balanced relationship with the environment from Indigenous cultures.
How are plants and animals dependent on each other in an ecosystem?
Plants provide oxygen and food for animals, while animals help disperse seeds and pollinate flowers.
What is a decomposer?
a living thing, like bacteria or fungi, that breaks down dead plants and animals into smaller pieces, helping them to decay and return nutrients to the soil.
How do porcupines protect themselves?
sharp quills on their bodies that they can raise when threatened, making it difficult for predators to attack them.
How do flowers adapt to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies?
Flowers have bright colors, sweet nectar, and strong scents to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
How can humans show respect for nature in their daily lives?
Humans can show respect for nature by reducing waste, conserving resources, and practicing sustainable living habits.
What does biodiversity refer to?
Biodiversity refers to the variety of different species of plants and animals in an ecosystem.