Adaptations (AQA GCSE Biology): Flashcards
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Definition of adaptations
Definition of adaptations
Features/behaviours helping organisms survive in environments
Three types of adaptations
Three types of adaptations
Structural, behavioural, and functional
Structural adaptations meaning
Structural adaptations meaning
Physical features of body that help organism survive
Behavioural adaptations meaning
Behavioural adaptations meaning
Actions/behaviours organisms perform to survive
Functional adaptations meaning
Functional adaptations meaning
Internal processes (metabolism/reproduction) that help survive
Extremophiles meaning
Extremophiles meaning
Organisms in extreme conditions (temp/pressure/salt)
Polar bear insulation features
Polar bear insulation features
Thick blubber and dense fur retain heat
Reptile basking purpose
Reptile basking purpose
Absorb heat and regulate body temperature
Camel water conservation
Camel water conservation
Concentrated urine and minimal sweat
Cold climate surface area:volume ratio effect
Cold climate surface area:volume ratio effect
Smaller ratio reduces heat loss
Dry climate kidney adaptation
Dry climate kidney adaptation
Produce highly concentrated urine to conserve water
Desert animal activity timing
Desert animal activity timing
Cooler parts of day (early morning/evening)
Plant waxy cuticle function
Plant waxy cuticle function
Reduces water evaporation from leaves
Cacti water storage location
Cacti water storage location
Store water in their stems
Extremophile bacteria habitat example
Extremophile bacteria habitat example
Deep-sea hydrothermal vents with extreme pressure/temp
