What are the 4 things all organisms need?
food, water, shelter, space
Explain the meaning of 'decompose'.
(various)
How many legs does an insect have?
six legs
What do you call a bright green plant like seaweed that grows in still water?
algae
What is the process in which plants use carbon dioxide and water to make carbohydrates? It requires light as an energy source.
photosynthesis
Name 3 differences between mammals and reptiles.
fur, blood, lay eggs
What do humans, animals, and plants get from food?
energy
What are the tiny organisms that float in water and are the main food source for many animals?
plankton
Is coral a plant or animal?
animal
Explain what an amphibian is, e.g. frog.
It can live in water and on land.
What do all mammals have on their skin, even whales?
hair / fur
True or False: All animals have a backbone.
False
Explain the meaning of 'shed', e.g. like a dog sheds.
Animals naturally lose their hair or fur.
What is the most basic unit of all living organisms? It consists of a nucleus, cytoplasm, and membrane.
cell
What do you call an animal or plant that no longer exists?
extinct / extinction
What is the meaning of 'endangered'?
An animal that is very close to being extinct.