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What is the primary purpose of adaptations for living organisms?
What is the primary purpose of adaptations for living organisms?
- To enhance their appearance
- To interact with nonliving things
- To survive and reproduce in their ecosystem (correct)
- To migrate to different habitats
Which of the following adaptations helps the starred agama lizard cope with extreme heat?
Which of the following adaptations helps the starred agama lizard cope with extreme heat?
- Hibernating during the day
- Burrowing underground
- Finding shaded areas (correct)
- Changing color to blend in
How do palm leaves protect themselves from extreme hot climates?
How do palm leaves protect themselves from extreme hot climates?
- By shedding their leaves
- By growing thicker leaves
- Through a waxy coating (correct)
- By increasing their height
What ensures adaptations occur in organisms over time?
What ensures adaptations occur in organisms over time?
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What is one way humans adapt to extreme hot climates?
What is one way humans adapt to extreme hot climates?
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Organisms and Adaptations to Hot Climates
- Starred agama lizard employs behavioral adaptation, seeking shade to regulate body temperature during intense heat in desert environments.
- Palm leaves have a waxy layer, which serves as a physiological adaptation for reducing water loss and protecting against extreme heat.
- Humans adopt cultural adaptations by utilizing umbrellas and wearing light clothing to shield themselves from high temperatures.
- Adaptations are vital characteristics developed to enhance survival and reproductive success within specific ecosystems.
- The process of adaptation occurs over numerous generations, signifying gradual evolutionary changes.
- An ecosystem encompasses the interactions between living organisms and nonliving components, forming a complex web of life.
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