educake - Communities and Distribution of organisms Flashcards
1
Q
What is a feature that helps an organism to survive called?
A
adaptation
2
Q
how do cacti absorb as much water as they can
A
Cacti live in dry environments. They have an extensive root system which helps them absorb as much water as they can from the limited supply available.
they store the water in the stem
3
Q
If one species is removed it can impact the whole community. This is called… what?
A
interdependence.
4
Q
Name a hormone released into the bloodstream in humans in response to a dangerous situation.
A
adrenaline
5
Q
If someone takes an overdose of heroin, a doctor might treat them by…
A
- checking their heart rate
- giving them an injection of naloxone which quickly reverses the effects of heroin.
