4.2 Adaptation in Animals Flashcards
1
Q
What would happen if animals were not adapted to the environment they live in?
A
They would die
2
Q
What do animals have that live in cold environments?
A
Thick fur, fat (blubber) to keep them warm, small ears
3
Q
How is the arctic fox adapted?
A
It is white in the winter and brown in the summer so it is camouflaged
4
Q
What do bigger animals have?
A
Smaller surface area to their volume so they can conserve energy and do not cool down as quickly
5
Q
What do animals have that live in hot environments?
A
Large surface area to volume ratio
6
Q
What do animals do that live in hot environments?
A
Conserve water and hunt at night
