Structure and Function

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1. A cockroach has antennas. How does this structure benefit the organism?

5. A giraffe has a long neck and long tongue. The long neck is primarily used for . . .

7. Polar bears have a thick layer of blubber under their white fur to help keep them warm. The function of the white fur is to help the polar bear. . .

3. Why are cactus better adapted to survive in the desert? Their needle like leaves. . .

6. Eagles have sharp talons. What are the long sharp talons used for?

2. Some animals, such as lions, have sharp teeth, while other animals, such as cattle have flat teeth. The difference in the shape of these animals' teeth is most closely related to . . .

10. An octopus can change the color and texture of its skin within seconds. Why does the octopus do this?

4. Kangaroos and spider monkeys both have tails. The kangaroo uses the tail for hoping and spider monkeys use their tails to move through the trees. Both of these animals use their tails primarily for . . .