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B16.7-8 Adaptations In Animals And Plants Flashcards

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What is an adaptation ?

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A characteristic that helps an organism survive

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What are some examples of structural adaptations in animals ?

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Claws
Humps

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What are some examples of behavioural adaptations in animals ?

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Mating rituals
Nocturnal ( active at night to avoid sun or predators)

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What are some physiological adaptations in animals?

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Producing venom to subdue prey

Thermoregulation

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What are structural, behavioural and physiological?

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Structural is the physical features

Behavioural is behaviour

Physiological is processes/ chemical

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What are some structural adaptations in plants ?

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Spines for leaves
- Deters herbivores
- reduces SA, and therefore water loss

Xylem lines with Lignin
- structure and waterproof

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What are some examples of behavioural adaptations in plants ?

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  • phototropism
  • carnivorous diet in poor soil
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What are some examples of physiological adaptations in plants ?

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  • photogutesis
  • stinging nettle
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