Interactions and Interdependence: Adaptations

Question 1

Name the 3 types of adaptations:

Answer 1

• Structural/physical (Special feature pf the body)
• Behavioural (Changes in behaviour)
• Functional (Change in the way the body works)

Question 2

Give an example of the 3 types of adaptations.

Answer 2

• Structural/physical: Birds have different shaped beaks for eating different foods.
• Behavioural: Going underground to escape the heat.
• Functional: People sweat to cool their bodies.

Question 3

Give examples of some of the adaptations of plants living in water

Answer 3

-More breathing pores on top side of leaf

Question 4

Give examples of some of the adaptations of plants living in the desert.

Answer 4

Gazania plant:

• Grey, hairy leaves to reflect sunlight
• Hairs also trap moisture to reduce water loss
• Yellow flowers attract insects for pollination

Question 5

Name the adaptations of a camel

Answer 5

• Thick eyelashes provide protection from sand and sun
• Nostrils close to keep out sand
• Kidneys concentrate urine to reduce water loss
• Sand-coloured fur provides camouflage
• Hair lines the ears to prevent sand from entering
• Fat stored in the hump can be a source of food when it is scarce.
• Thick fur provides insulation during cold nights
• Broad flat pads beneath their feet help camels to spread their weight on the sand

Question 6

Name the adaptations of a polar bear

Answer 6

• Thick layer of body fat under the skin insulates the body and stores energy
• Large feet distribute their weight on the ice
• Fur on the soles of feet provides better grip and insulation
• Ears small to reduce heat loss
• Thick white fur provides insulation and camouflage
• Sharp claws and teeth help polar bears to catch their prey.

Question 7

Give examples of predator adaptations

Answer 7

• Cheetahs have good eyesight and can run very fast for short distances.
• Well camouflaged to blend in with environment
• Strong, sharp claws and teeth to hold onto, kill and tear the flesh of their prey.
• Sharks have a good sense of smell and can swim fast to catch their prey.
• Streamlined shape and muscular tail to propel themselves.
• Sharp teeth to hold prey and shake their heads from side to side to rip the flesh to pieces.

Question 8

Name some methods used by prey to avoid predators

Answer 8

• Camouflage

- Mimicry