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What is the defining characteristic of a desert?
What is the defining characteristic of a desert?
- Snowy climate
- High humidity levels
- Low rainfall (correct)
- Frequent rainfall
Which animal sleeps underground during the day in hot deserts?
Which animal sleeps underground during the day in hot deserts?
- Kangaroo rats (correct)
- Coyotes
- Snakes
- Owls
How do kangaroo rats get the water they need to survive in the desert?
How do kangaroo rats get the water they need to survive in the desert?
- From the food they eat (correct)
- By absorbing moisture from the air
- From dew on plants
- By drinking from rivers
What feature of cacti helps protect them from animals in the desert?
What feature of cacti helps protect them from animals in the desert?
What kind of plants are able to survive in hot deserts?
What kind of plants are able to survive in hot deserts?
Flashcards
Desert Definition
Desert Definition
Characterized by minimal precipitation.
Kangaroo Rats
Kangaroo Rats
These animals avoid the desert heat by burrowing underground during the day.
Kangaroo Rat Water Source
Kangaroo Rat Water Source
Kangaroo rats obtain water from the foods they consume.
Cactus Thorns
Cactus Thorns
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Desert Plant Life
Desert Plant Life
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Deserts
- A desert is a dry place with little rain, receiving less than 10 inches of rain each year.
Types of Deserts
- Some deserts are hot, while a few can be cold.
Desert as a Habitat
- A desert is a habitat, where animals and plants live.
Animals in Hot Deserts
- Hot deserts are home to many kinds of living things, including owls, snakes, lizards, and coyotes.
- The kangaroo rat is a hot desert animal that sleeps underground during the day and comes out at night when it's cooler.
- Kangaroo rats get the water they need from food, eating mostly seeds.
Plants in Hot Deserts
- Only a few kinds of trees and bushes can survive in hot deserts.
- One of the most common desert plants is the cactus, which collects and stores water in its stem.
- Sharp spines protect most cacti from animals.
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