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Adaptation Answers

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3

Which of the following is an example of a biochemical adaptation?

A
camouflage
B
migration
C
being immune to scorpion stings
D
razor sharp teeth
4

Which of the following is not true about Darwin’s book On the Origin of Species?

A
He worked on the manuscript for three years.
B
It was successful.
C
It explained his theory of evolution.
D
It was based on his findings in South Africa.
5

Which of the following is not true about Darwin’s book On the Origin of Species?

A
He worked on the manuscript for three years.
B
It was successful.
C
It explained his theory of evolution.
D
It was based on his findings in South Africa.
6

Plants do not adapt to their environment because they do not compete for resources.

A
T
B
F
8

Organisms do not adapt as a result of competition for resources.

A
T
B
F
10

Which of the following is a physiological adaptation?

A
group hunting
B
hyoid bone adapted for roaring
C
dark coloration
D
migration
11

Which of the following is an example of a behavioral adaptation?

A
camouflage
B
migration
C
sharp teeth
D
decreased oxygen use
12

Organisms use different types of adaptations to aid in their survival. One type of butterfly mimics a dead leaf to evade predators. What type of adaptation is this?

A
Biochemical
B
Ecological
C
Structural
D
Physiological
13

Which of the following is not a part of Darwin’s theory of evolution?

A
Changes in organisms occur immediately.
B
Organisms change over time.
C
Species evolution occurs through natural selection.
D
Organisms developed from common ancestors.
14

What is the purpose of mimicry?

A
It helps an animal evade predators.
B
It allows an animal to fit in with a different species.
C
It helps an animal to catch prey.
D
All of the above
15

Organisms that have a physical trait that makes it easier for them to access food supplies are unlikely to pass on that trait to their offspring.

A
T
B
F
17

Which of the following is not a part of Darwin’s theory of evolution?

A
Changes in organisms occur immediately.
B
Organisms change over time.
C
Species evolution occurs through natural selection.
D
Organisms developed from common ancestors.
18

Similarities between seemingly unrelated organisms can be explained by Darwin’s theory that organisms come from common ancestors.

A
T
B
F

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