B1 Adaptations 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyAdaptations of organisms to their environmentGCSEAQA Created by: jadedavisonweirCreated on: 25-03-16 18:25 4 adaptations desert animals have large surface area compared to volume, efficient with water, good in hot conditions, camouflage 1 of 15 why do they have a large surface compared to volume lets them lose more body heat 2 of 15 how are they efficient with water produce small amount of concentrated urine, sweat very little 3 of 15 how are they good in hot conditions thin layers of body fat and a thin coat to help them lose body heat 4 of 15 how are they camouflage sandy colour which helps them avoid predators or sneak up on prey 5 of 15 3 adaptations arctic animals have small surface area compared to volume, well insulated, camouflage 6 of 15 why do they have a small surface compared to volume this reduces heat loss 7 of 15 how are they well insulated thick layer of blubber, thick hairy coats to keep body heat in, greasy fur sheds water to prevent cooling by evaporation 8 of 15 how are they camouflage white fur blends with snow, helps avoid predators or sneak up on prey 9 of 15 3 ways desert plants are adapted to their climate small surface area compared to volume, water storage tissues, maximising water absorption 10 of 15 why do they have a small surface compared to volume to reduce water loss e.g. cacti have spines instead of leaves 11 of 15 example of water storage tissues cactus stores water in its thick stem 12 of 15 how do they maximise water absorption shallow but extensive roots or deep roots 13 of 15 3 ways organisms deter predators armour e.g. shells, produce poisons e.g. bees, warning colours e.g wasps 14 of 15 what is an extremophile microorganisms adapted to live in extreme conditions such as hot volcanic vents or very salty lakes 15 of 15
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