Adaptations

Question 1

What do animals compete for?

Answer 1

Food, water, space and mates.

Question 2

What do plants compete for?

Answer 2

Light, water, space and minerals.

Question 3

Define adaptation.

Answer 3

Characteristics that help an organism to be successful and survive.

Question 4

Name some adaptations of a successful predator.

Answer 4

Strong legs/wings to run/fly fast, sharp claws to bring down prey, camouflage to sneak up on prey, good vision and sense of smell.

Question 5

Name some adaptations of plants that live in the desert.

Answer 5

Thick waxy cuticle to reduce water escaping, a large stem to store lots of water, widespread roots to collect water from a large area, spines instead of leaves to reduce surface area for water loss and also to physically defend the plant from predators.

Question 6

How to trees cope with the winter?

Answer 6

Trees loose their leaves in winter to save energy. The fallen leaves provide a layer of warmth at the trunk of the tree and the nutrients can also be reused.

Question 7

How do animals cope with the winter?

Answer 7

Hibernation, migration or grow thicker fur