Adaptation: Fitting the Environment
Students will understand that organisms have adaptations that help them survive and reproduce in their specific environments.
Key Questions
- Explain what an adaptation is and provide examples in different organisms.
- Describe how adaptations help an organism survive in its habitat.
- Analyze how environmental factors can influence the types of adaptations seen in a population.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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