Camouflage
What is Camouflage?
A way animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen.
What does carnivorous mean?
Animals that primarily eat other animals.
What is a root's main function?
To anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients.
What is the function of an animal's skeleton?
To provide support and protect internal organs.
What does "structure" mean in science?
The arrangement or organization of parts in an organism.
Name one animal that uses camouflage to survive.
Chameleon, stick insect, or octopus. (does not have to be these animals to be correct)
Name a common carnivorous animal.
Lion, tiger, or shark.
What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?
Leaves
How do fins help fish?
They help fish swim and maintain balance in water.
Define "function" in terms of science.
The specific role or activity of a part in an organism.
How does camouflage help animals like the peppered moth?
It allows them to hide from predators.
What is one adaptation that carnivorous plants have?
They have traps to catch insects, like the Venus flytrap.
Name the structure that helps a plant reproduce.
Flowers or seeds
What part of an animal helps it sense its environment?
Senses or sensory organs (e.g., eyes, ears).
What does "internal" refer to?
Something located inside an organism.
What is one way that colors and patterns in camouflage can change with the seasons?
Some animals change their color to match the environment (e.g., white in winter).
Explain how a carnivorous animal's structure helps it catch its prey.
Sharp teeth, claws, or speed.
How do stems support plants?
They hold up leaves and flowers and transport nutrients and water.
Describe how the structure of a bird's wings is adapted for flying.
Wings are lightweight and shaped to create lift.
What does "external" mean?
Something located outside of an organism.
Why is camouflage important for both prey and predators in an ecosystem?
It helps prey avoid being eaten and allows predators to sneak up on their food.
How do carnivorous plants obtain nutrients from their prey?
They digest the insects and absorb the nutrients.
What is the job of the fruit on a plant?
It protects the seeds.
How do the structures of mammals differ from those of reptiles?
Mammals have fur or hair and warm blood, while reptiles have scales and are cold-blooded.
Explain what "camouflage" means in the context of survival.
The ability of an organism to blend in with its environment to avoid detection.