Plants & Animals Flashcards
(22 cards)
What do plants need to grow?
Sunlight, water, air (carbon dioxide), and nutrients from soil.
What are mammals?
Animals with hair or fur that feed milk to their young.
What is a habitat?
A place where an animal or plant lives.
Why do polar bears have white fur?
For camouflage in snow to help them hunt and stay safe.
What are animals that eat only plants called?
Herbivores.
What are animals that eat only meat called?
Carnivores.
What are animals that eat both plants & animals called?
Omnivores.
What part of the plant takes in sunlight?
The leaves.
What part of the plant takes in water?
The roots.
What does a stem do?
It supports the plant and carries water and food.
What do flowers do?
They help plants reproduce.
What are birds?
Animals with feathers, wings, and beaks—most can fly.
What is camouflage?
A way animals blend in with their surroundings.
Why do fish have gills?
To take in oxygen from water.
How do birds stay warm?
Their feathers trap air to insulate them.
What is migration?
When animals move to a different place for part of the year.
What is hibernation?
A long sleep animals take in winter to save energy.
What is a life cycle?
The stages of growth in a living thing’s life.
Why do animals have different shaped teeth?
For eating different kinds of food.
What is an insect?
A small animal with 6 legs and 3 body parts.
What is a reptile?
A cold-blooded animal with scales that lays eggs.
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