B4.1 Adaptation to Environment

Question 1

Habitat

Answer 1

Physical location a species resides in

Question 2

Population

Answer 2

A group of single species living in the same place at the same time

Question 3

Species

Answer 3

Two organisms which can reproduce fertile offspring

Question 4

Biome

Answer 4

Large community of organism occupying the same area

Question 5

Marram grass (adaptation)

Answer 5

Adapted to coastal sand dunes
- strong deep roots -> protect against erosion & provide access to deep water
- coiled structure -> prevent water loss from stomata

Question 6

Cactus (adaptation)

Answer 6

Adapted to dry deserts
- stomata close during the day & open at night -> prevent water loss
- structure reduces SA:V ratio -> prevents water loss

Question 7

Red mangrove (adaptation)

Answer 7

Adapted to tropical saltwater swamps
- root membranes -> filter salt
- prop roots -> provide stability

Question 8

Orangutans (adaptation)

Answer 8

Adapted to jungles
- long limps -> aid in mobility
- orange coat -> camouflage in the canopy