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The ______ has a long neck and legs.
giraffe
The ______ is adapted with webbed toes and thin scales.
lizard
The habitat of the penguin is a ______ or snowy region.
polar
The giraffe's habitat is the ______.
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The penguin has thick skin with a layer of fat underneath its ______.
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The ability of living things to adjust to their surroundings is called ______.
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A natural environment in which an organism or population naturally survives and flourishes is called ______.
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Darwin's theory of ______ explains the evolution of species through natural selection.
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The system of grouping living things according to a level and order based on similarities and differences is called ______.
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Organisms are classified on the basis of similarities and differences in their ______.
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Binomial Nomenclature was developed by ______ to name living organisms.
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The scientific name of rice is ______.
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The scientific name of tiger is ______.
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Camels can drink large quantities of water at a ______.
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The urine of camel is ______ and is dense almost dry.
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Penguins have solid bones to help them ______ deeper into the ocean.
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Only ______ and Thomas were correct regarding camel adaptations.
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Pineapples have ______ to protect them from animals.
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Wildlife extinction is caused by ______ loss.
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The term desert refers to an area which is very ______ all the time.
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Coniferous trees grow in regions where the winters are very ______ and long.
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The characteristic of coniferous trees that prevents parts from breaking after heavy snowfall is ______.
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Loss of forests can cause damage to soil due to ______.
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I have strong legs and padded paws to run fast and capture ______
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My leaves are modified to ______
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I have gills to ______
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My stem is fleshy as it stores water and ______
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I have scales on my skin and fins on my ______
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Specific features or certain habits that enable a living organism to live in its surroundings are called ______.
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Which among the following living organisms can ______?
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Suman wanted to find out whether something is living or non-living. She should ask, 'Does it need ______ to grow?'
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An object can usually be classified as non-living if it cannot give rise to ______.
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A desert fox loses excess heat through its ______.
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Animal Y possesses ______ that allow them to dive underwater for food.
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X has a streamlined body, paddle-like webbed feet, and flippers to swim through water at a great ______.
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Toucan has developed sticky pads on its feet to help it to reach the ______ on branches.
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Study Notes
Living World: Adaptation and Classification
- Earth hosts a diverse array of plants and animals, each adapted to its specific environment.
- Adaptation refers to modifications that enhance survival; these can be structural, behavioral, or physiological.
- Classification organizes living organisms by similarities in their structure and traits; includes a hierarchical system.
Key Definitions
- Adaptation: Modifications in body parts that enable survival in a specific environment.
- Hierarchy of Classification: A systematic grouping of living entities based on shared characteristics.
- Habitat: The natural environment where an organism or population thrives.
Organism Classification
- Organisms are classified based on structural similarities and differences to aid in identification and remembrance.
Animal Adaptations
- Giraffes have long necks and legs, allowing them to reach high leaves in forest habitats.
- Lizards have adaptations like webbed toes and thin scales for terrestrial life.
- Penguins are equipped with thick skin and a fat layer to survive in polar regions.
Scientific Names of Organisms
- Rice: Oryza sativa
- Wheat: Triticum aestivum
- Frog: Rana tigrina
- Tiger: Panthera tigris
- Monkey: Macaca cinica
Adaptations in Specific Conditions
- Camels drink large amounts of water and can store it in their humps, aiding survival in arid regions.
- Penguins have solid bones for effective diving, as opposed to flying, allowing them to navigate underwater efficiently.
Understanding Plant Protection
- Pineapples feature spines for protection against herbivory.
- Loss of forests results in wildlife extinction, climate change, erosion, and displacement of tribal peoples.
Deserts and Conifers
- Deserts are characterized by extreme dryness, with less than 10 inches of rain annually.
- Coniferous trees possess downward sloping branches, preventing snow accumulation and damage.
Features of Adaptation
- Adaptations are specific traits or behaviors that enable organisms to thrive in their environments.
- Examples include flexible stems in certain plains plants that withstand wind.
Reproductive Abilities
- All listed organisms, including mushrooms and bamboo, have reproductive capabilities, qualifying them as living entities.
Distinguishing Living from Non-Living
- An entity is considered non-living if it does not grow, move, or reproduce.
- Questions to assess if an entity is living include its need for food and ability to grow.
Types of Structural Adaptation
- Structural adaptations in animals help them thrive, such as large ears for heat dissipation in desert foxes.
- Incorrect example: Toucans using sticky pads is not a structural adaptation.
Classification by Habitat
- Animals from different polar regions may have distinct adaptations; for instance, one has fur in the Arctic, and the other has feathers in Antarctica.
- Animal Y, likely a penguin, possesses solid bones suited for diving.
Identification of Species
- Carnivores like tigers have powerful legs and sharp teeth for hunting.
- Water-storage plants like cacti adapt through modified leaves and fleshy stems for moisture retention.
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Explore the concepts of adaptation and classification in the living world, including modifications for survival and hierarchical organization of organisms.
