AnswersVA-Ecology -CRPR 26-27 MC S1Freshwater and Marine Biomes

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

A
T
B
F
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Compared to the time he spent in other parts of South America, Darwin spent little time collecting specimens in the Galapagos.

A
T
B
F
4

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

A
T
B
F
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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
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Organisms use different types of adaptations to aid in their survival.Some mushrooms are poisonous to organisms that eat them. What type of adaptation is this an example of?

A
a physiological adaptation
B
a biochemical adaptation
C
a ecological adaptation
D
a structural adaptation
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Similarities between seemingly unrelated organisms can be explained by Darwin’s theory that organisms come from common ancestors.

A
T
B
F
8

Charles Darwin spent over 20 years developing his theory of natural selection.

A
T
B
F
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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.
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Which of the following is a physiological adaptation?

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

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