The main reason plants and animals adapt to their environments is to ensure their survival and successful reproduction within their specific habitats.
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1. Which of the following is an example of a physical adaptation in animals?
A. Migration
B. Camouflage
C. Hibernation
D. Photosynthesis
Answer: B. Camouflage
Explanation: Camouflage is a physical adaptation that helps animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid predators or to stalk prey more effectively.
2. How do plants typically adapt to areas with little water?
A. By developing deeper root systems
B. By growing larger leaves
C. By moving to shaded areas
D. By producing more flowers
Answer: A. By developing deeper root systems
Explanation: Plants adapt to arid environments by developing deeper or more extensive root systems to access water from deeper into the soil.
3. Which adaptation helps animals in cold environments conserve heat?
A. Growing longer fur
B. Shedding fur frequently
C. Decreasing body size
D. Increasing water consumption
Answer: A. Growing longer fur
Explanation: In cold environments, animals often grow longer, thicker fur (or feathers) to insulate their bodies and retain heat.
4. What is behavioral adaptation in animals?
A. Changes in body structure
B. Changes in how an animal acts
C. Changes in the color of the animal
D. Changes in the animal’s diet
Answer: B. Changes in how an animal acts
Explanation: Behavioral adaptation refers to changes in an animal’s behavior that help it survive in its environment, such as migration or hibernation.
5. Which of the following is a plant adaptation to avoid being eaten by herbivores?
A. Developing tasty fruits
B. Growing towards the light
C. Producing toxins or thorns
D. Increasing root depth
Answer: C. Producing toxins or thorns
Explanation: Plants have evolved various defense mechanisms, including producing toxins or growing thorns, to deter herbivores from eating them.
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