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Adaptations

5.10A - Adaptations

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Functions What an organism’s parts are used for such as wings for flying, a tail for balance, and a long beak for gathering nectar.
Adaptation Any characteristic that helps a plant or animal survive, such as gills for breathing underwater or the spines on a cactus for protection.
Mimicry When an organism resembles, or looks like, another organism or its surroundings to increase the chances of survival.
Hibernation To spend the winter in a dormant (still) position in an enclosed space so that an organism can reduce its bodily functions to save energy.
Niche An organism’s role in its environment.
Migration Seasonal movement of animals from one place to another.
Survive To stay alive.
Species Group of organisms with similar characteristics that allow them to reproduce.
Structures The arrangement of parts an organism has such as a duck having wings, webbed feet, and a bill.
Habitat The place or environment where an organism naturally lives.
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