Adaptions

Question 1

Definition of extremophile

Answer 1

A microorganism that lives in conditions of extreme temperature, acidity, alkalinity, chemical concentration or with very high levels of salt

Question 2

Definition of adaptation

Answer 2

The process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment

Question 3

How are animals adapted to live in cold climates

Answer 3

White fur camouflage
Thick fat and fur for insulation
Small surface area to volume ration to minimise heat loss
Greasy coat sheds water after swimming

Question 4

How are animals adapted to live in hot and dry climates

Answer 4

Large, flat feet spread weight on sand
Large surface area to volume ratio maximise heat loss
Live underground
Nocturnal

Question 5

How are plants adapted to live in a dry climate

Answer 5

Shallow widespread roots acquire as much water when it rains
Deep tap roots get to underground water sources
Rounded shape small surface area to volume ratio reduces water loss
Spines instead of leaves

Question 6

What characteristics make an animal a successful competitor

Answer 6

Able to gather more mates
Fight off competition
Gather food effectively 
Gather water effectively 
Maintain territory well

Question 7

What do animals compete for

Answer 7

Territory
Mates
Food
Water

Question 8

Why do plants need light

Answer 8

To photosynthesise

Question 9

Why do plants need nutrients

Answer 9

Help a plant grow strong

Question 10

What do plants compete for

Answer 10

Light
Space
Water

Question 11

What do living things need in order to survive and reproduce

Answer 11

Sunlight
Water
Air
Nutrients
A habitat at the right temperature