Structure Basics
What is a structure?
A structure is anything made up of parts held together
What is growth?
A core function where an animal/plant gets bigger over time
What does camouflage do?
Helps animals hide from predators
How do plants respond to light?
They move toward the light
What is photosynthesis?
The process where plants use sunlight to make food
What are external structures?
On the outside of the body (skin, eyes, hair)
What is reproduction?
A core function that allows organisms to produce offspring
What do birds use their beaks for?
To eat, move objects, and feed their young
What part of the plant transports water?
The roots and stem help transport the water and nutrients
Name a mammal
Examples - dog, cat, whales, humans
Name an internal structure
lungs, heart, stomach, etc (many answers)
What is survival?
The functions that help an organism stay alive
How do animals behave?
They behave differently based on their environment
What do leaves do for a plant?
Leaves are in charge of photosynthesis and gas exchange
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The skin
What is the function of the skin?
To protect the body and helps regulate temperature
What is behavior?
The actions/reactions of an organism
What is a reflex?
An automatic response to a stimulus, like pulling your hand away from something hot
How do thorns help plants?
Thorns protect plants from herbivores
Name a type of amphibian
Describe the difference between external vs internal structures
External structures are visible on the outside, while internal structures are found inside the body
Explain how the brain responds to stimulus
The brain processes information from the senses and triggers an appropriate response
Why do animals need to adapt?
To survive in their environment
Name 5 parts of a plant
roots, stem, leaves, flowers, seeds
What is a habitat?
The natural environment that an organism lives