Cold Environments

Question 1

What is one adaptation that plants in the tundra have to survive in the harsh conditions?

Answer 1

Low-growing to avoid strong winds

Question 2

How do animals in the tundra conserve heat?

Answer 2

Thick fur or feathers

Question 3

True or False: Many plants in the tundra have shallow roots.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What type of animals are commonly found in the tundra due to their ability to withstand cold temperatures?

Answer 4

Mammals

Question 5

What is one way animals in the tundra obtain food?

Answer 5

Scavenging carcasses

Question 6

Fill in the blank: In the tundra, plants have a _____ growing season to reproduce.

Answer 6

Short

Question 7

What is one adaptation that animals in the tundra have to avoid predators?

Answer 7

Camouflage fur or feathers

Question 8

True or False: The tundra has a high diversity of plant species.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is one adaptation that animals in the tundra have to reduce heat loss?

Answer 9

Thick blubber

Question 10

What is one common behavior of animals in the tundra during the winter months?

Answer 10

Hibernation