4.7 adaptations Flashcards

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An adaptation is

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a special feature that helps an organism survive its habitat

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Adaptations can be one of three types

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structural, behavioural, functional

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Structural adaptations are

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physical features e.g. size of ears, eyes, sharp teeth, fur colour

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Behavioural adaptations are

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specific behaviours displayed by an organism e.g. migration, courtship dances, making pretty nests, travelling in packs

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Functional adaptation are

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processes that an organism completes inside their bodies to help them survive e.g. venom production

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how is a cacti adapted to living in dry conditions

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spines, deep extensive roots, fleshy stem, thick waxy cuticle

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Why does a cacti need to be adapted to living in dry conditions

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to reduce water loss

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What is an extremophile is

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an organism (microorganism) that can live in extreme environments e.g. High temperatures, freezing temperatures, highly acidic or alkaline

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What is an extreme environment is

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one that is challenging for most organisms to live in e.g. volcanic vents, moon, planets in our solar system!

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The best adapted organisms are the ones that can

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SURVIVE, reproduce and pass on favourable alleles!

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