Animal and plant adaptations are special features or behaviors that help them survive in their environment. These adaptations can be physical, like a camel's hump for storing fat, or behavioral, like a bird migrating south for the winter. Understanding adaptations helps us appreciate the incredible diversity of life on Earth and how organisms have evolved to thrive in different conditions.
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Adaptation | A. A behavioral change to survive. |
| 2. Camouflage | B. The process of change over time. |
| 3. Mimicry | C. A trait that helps an organism survive. |
| 4. Hibernation | D. Blending in with the environment. |
| 5. Evolution | E. A period of inactivity during winter. |
Complete the following paragraph with the correct words:
A cactus has several __________ to survive in the desert. Its __________ roots spread out to absorb water quickly. The thick, waxy __________ prevents water loss. Also, the spines protect the cactus from __________.
Explain how deforestation impacts animal adaptations and survival.
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