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T7 Diversity

Environmental Changes/Diversity of Living Things - FL 5th Grade

TermDefinition
environment All the physical surroundings on Earth, including everything living and everything nonliving.
respond to react to something
migration the seasonal movement of animals from one habitat to another in search of food, better conditions, or reproductive needs.
hibernation when an animal goes in a deep sleep during harsh winter months to conserve energy
sunlight The long necks of a giraffe help them reach the tallest tress that get the most ___________, so they can eat more and have a better chance to survive.
energy During hibernation, the animal's body temperature drops, their breathing slows down, and their heart beats much slower to use less __________.
dormancy Similar to hibernation but for plants, where the plant goes into a resting phase to conserve energy during harsh weather.
deforestation removal of trees from a large area
biodiversity the many different types of living things in an area, such a the number of species of fish in one coral reef.
drought long periods of time with little to no rain - can cause plants and animals to die and temperatures to increase.
water sources Animals migrate across huge areas of land to find fresh food and new ________ __________.
tolerant Being able to tolerate or deal with certain conditions, such as drought or heavy rains
floods Extremely heavy rains can cause _________ which would also cause animals to die or leave the area.
cold blooded _________ ____________ animals who need sunlight to regulate their body temperature will be less active during the winter and either hibernate or become dormant.
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