Penguin Adaptations and Camouflage Quiz

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What characteristic of the polar bear's fur helps trap heat against the bear's skin?

The thickness of the fur (correct)

The color of the fur

The thinness of the fur

The smoothness of the fur

In the context of evolutionary changes, what is natural selection?

A process that ensures all species become extinct

A process that prevents favorable traits from being passed on

A process that facilitates changes in individual characteristics (correct)

A process that prevents changes in a species

What key factor contributes to the polar bear's ability to adapt more easily to the arctic environment than the brown bear?

No fur on its paws for better grip on ice

Short fur that helps regulate body temperature

Thick fur that traps heat and protects from cold (correct)

Long fur that helps camouflage in the snow

According to Darwin, which type of species is most likely to survive over time?

The most adaptable to change Signup and view all the answers

What part of the polar bear's body has fur to provide protection from cold snow and ice?

Paws Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of adaptation within a species?

To aid in surviving and reproducing in changing environments Signup and view all the answers

In terms of evolution, what ensures favorable traits become more dominant within a population?

Natural selection process Signup and view all the answers

What does adaptation refer to in the context of an organism?

A characteristic of an organism that aids in survival Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fur on a polar bear's paws?

To protect feet from cold and ice Signup and view all the answers

How do evolutionary changes help organisms within a species?

By aiding in finding food and shelter Signup and view all the answers

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What characteristic of the polar bear's fur helps trap heat against the bear's skin?

In the context of evolutionary changes, what is natural selection?

What key factor contributes to the polar bear's ability to adapt more easily to the arctic environment than the brown bear?

According to Darwin, which type of species is most likely to survive over time?

What part of the polar bear's body has fur to provide protection from cold snow and ice?

What is the main purpose of adaptation within a species?

In terms of evolution, what ensures favorable traits become more dominant within a population?

What does adaptation refer to in the context of an organism?

What is the main function of fur on a polar bear's paws?

How do evolutionary changes help organisms within a species?

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