Eco - Sahara

Question 0

Give 4 examples of adaptations in desert wildlife.

Answer 0

.Plants both Horizontal and Vertical roots

.Seeds have the ability to lie dormant for a long time and germinate quickly

.Some animals have huge ears

.Some animals can store food and water for days

Question 1

Where is the Sahara desert located?

Answer 1

In Africa

Question 2

What is the advantage of having horizontal and vertical roots in the Sahara desert?

Answer 2

Horizontal : to reach the maximum area of surface water

Vertical : to reach deep underground water supplies

Question 3

What is the advantage of having seeds that can lie dormant for a longtime and germinate quickly in the Sahara?

Answer 3

So plants can take advantage of the short-lived, very infrequent rain showers

Question 4

What is the advantage of having huge ears in desert animals?

Answer 4

Larger ears means a larger surface area to lose heat from, acting as radiators (like the Fennec Fox)

Question 5

What is the advantage of being able to store food and water for days in the Sahara?

Answer 5

So animals can travel far without a need of daily supplies (such as a camel)