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True of False:If all the plants in an ecosystem died, only the herbivores (an animal that feeds on plants) would suffer.
False
What does it mean if an animal is endangered?
It's population has been reduced and it's in danger of becoming extinct
What is an example of a human doing something harmful to the environment?
Cutting down trees, pollution, over fishing, deforestation, etc.
If a bear lived in the snow, what color should his fur be to help him better survive? Why?
White, so he can camouflage in the environment
How we classify (group) organisms?
A. By how they sleep
B. What they eat
C. Their size
B. What they eat
What happens to an animal if it can't adapt to its environment?
It can have a more difficult time surviving
How do decomposers get their energy?
Breaking down dead organisms
What type of organisms make its own food?
Producer
What is an example of an adaptation?
Camouflage, beak shape, claw types, hibernation/migration, etc.
What is an example of a learned behavior?
Playing fetch, learning to fly, learning to walk, doing tricks, etc.
What is an ecosystem?
An environment with living and nonliving things that interact
What is the difference between population and community?
Population=Organisms of the same type/species
Community-all the living organisms in an area
What are the 3 R's of helping the environment
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is the fancy word for a living plant or animal?
Organism
Is a cat cleaning itself an instinct or learned behavior?
Instinct
How can plants and animals survive in the desert?
Body changes or migration
