Animal Adaptations
What is an adaptation?
A change that helps an animal survive in its environment.
What is a plant adaptation?
A change in a plant that helps it survive in its environment.
What is a climate zone?
A region with a specific climate, like tropical or temperate.
What is the first step in the engineering design process?
Identify the problem.
What is a natural hazard?
A natural event that can cause damage or harm, like earthquakes or floods.
Name one animal that can camouflage and describe how it helps them.
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Example: A chameleon; it can change color to blend in with its surroundings to hide from predators.
How do cacti survive in the desert?
They store water in their stems and have spines instead of leaves to reduce water loss.
Name one characteristic of a tropical climate.
It is warm and humid with lots of rainfall.
What do engineers do after brainstorming ideas?
They create a plan or design.
Name one impact of a flood.
It can destroy homes and displace people.
What adaptation do polar bears have to stay warm in the Arctic?
They have thick fur and a layer of fat to insulate their bodies against the cold.
Why do some plants have bright flowers?
To attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
What is the climate like in the arctic?
Cold with ice and snow most of the year.
Why is testing important in the engineering design process?
To see if the design works and to make improvements.
How can hurricanes affect communities?
They can cause high winds and flooding, damaging buildings and infrastructure.
What are the two types of animal adaptations?
Physical and Behavioral
How do vines help some plants grow?
They climb on other structures to reach sunlight.
How do climate zones affect the types of plants that grow in them?
Different plants thrive in different climates based on temperature and rainfall.
What should engineers do after testing their design?
Analyze the results and make changes if needed.
Describe how wildfires can impact wildlife.
They can destroy habitats and force animals to flee, leading to loss of life.
List one physical adaptation and one behavioral adaptation from an animal.
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List the types of plant adaptations.
Light, Color, Nutrient, Water, Reproduction
List the 3 climate zones and tell where they are located. (You may draw for reference)
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Give an example of a problem an engineer might solve.
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Example: Designing a bridge that can hold heavy cars.
List at least 3 things that people can do to prepare for natural hazards.
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Example: Create an emergency plan and have supplies ready.