Adaptations

Question 1

Give three ways in which desert animals have adapted to save water and keep cool.

Answer 1

Efficient with water, large surface area compared to volume and camouflage.

Question 2

Give three ways in which Arctic animals have adapted to reduce heat loss.

Answer 2

Small surface area compared to volume, well insulated, camouflage.

Question 3

State two ways in which cacti have adapted to their environment.

Answer 3

Extensive roots to access water and fleshy thick stems to store water.

Question 4

How do some plant deter predators?

Answer 4

They have “armour” like thorns or sharp spines to prevent being eaten and other produce poisons.