structures and behaviors of organisms Flashcards
1
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dormancy
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a phase of minimal activity
2
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function
A
what something is used for;purpose
3
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inherited traits
A
characteristics or attributes of an organism that are inherited and/or influenced by an environment.
4
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learned behaviors
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the actions or reactions of an organism in response to external or internal stimuli.
5
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migration
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to move from one place to another in search of food, water or different temperature.
6
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offspring
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a living organism that is made when a plant or animal reproduces.
7
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species
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a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding
8
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structure
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a body part that does a certain ¨job¨ for an organism
9
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survive
A
continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship.
