Question | Answer |
What Does The Word 'adaptation' Mean ? | The change, of which an animal or plant goes through to become better suited to its environment. |
Name Three Ways That Polar Bears Are Adapted To Their Environment. | 1. A small surface area to volume ratio, which reduces heat loss. 2. Large paws to spread weight across ice and snow. 3. A thick layer of fat, which insulates but also keeps a store of energy. |
Name Three Ways That Camels Are Adapted To Their Environment. | 1. Thick eyelashes, which stop sand getting into their eyes. 2. Humps that contain fat, for a store of energy. 3. Large feet that spread weight across sand to stop them sinking. |
Name Three Ways That Cacti Are Adapted To Their Environment. | 1. Thick stems that will store water. 2. Widespread roots that collect water from a vast area. 3. Spines instead of leaves, minimizes surface area to reduce water loss. |
What Are Extremophile Bacteria ? | Extremophile bacteria thrive in extreme environments - they can be adapted to live with high pressures and high temperatures. |
What Is Meant By The Word 'competition' ? | The act of rivalry between living things, plants and animals, for much needed resources. |
Name Three Resources That Animals Compete For. | 1. Food 2. Mate 3. Shelter |
Name Three Resources That Plants Compete For. | 1. Light 2. Water 3. Minerals |
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