structures
What is the body part that helps an organism survive?
Structure
What is the job of a structure called?
function
How do webbed feet help animals?
Help them swim
Why do plants have roots?
To absorb water
what is it called when organisms live in the same area?
Habitat
What structures do birds use to fly?
Wings
What is the function of a birds beak?
To help get or eat food
Why do some animals have thick fur?
Keeps them warm
Why do some plants have waxy roots?
Reduce water loss
Why do animals have different diets in the same habitat?
To avoid competition
What structure helps fish breathe underwater?
Gills
What is the function of roots in plants?
To absorb water and nutrients
Why do some animals have sharp teeth?
To eat meat
Why do desert plants store water?
To survive dry conditions
How do different birds survive together?
They eat different foods
What type of structure do plants use to absorb water?
Roots
What is the purpose of camouflage?
To blend in and avoid predators
Why are only some animals active at night
To avoid heat or predators
Why do some plants grow taller?
To reach sunlight
Why might animals have different movement types (fly,swim,run)?
They reach different resources
Why might 2 animals have different body coverings such as (fur vs. scales)?
They are adapted to different environments or needs.
How do structures and functions work together for survival?
Structures do a job that helps the organism survive
How can two predators live in the same environment without competing too much?
They hunt different prey or at a different times
How can different plants live in the same area without competing too much?
They use different resources(Light, water, space) in different ways
How do structural and behavioral differences reduce competition in an ecosystem?
They use different resources to survive in different ways