EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -An adaptation is any heritable trait that helps an organism, such as a plant or animal, survive and reproduce in its environment.

Detailed explanation-2: -In biology, an adaptation is ANY inherited characteristic that increases an organism’s chance for survival. The possibilities are limitless! Just look at an organism and see how it works well in its habitat. Ex of adaptations: camouflage, mimicry, behavioral adaptations.

Detailed explanation-3: -adaptation: Any heritable characteristic of an organism that improves its ability to survive and reproduce in its environment. Also used to describe the process of genetic change within a population, as influenced by natural selection.

Detailed explanation-4: -Definition: A biological characteristic with a heritable basis that improves reproduction and/or survival and results from evolution by natural selection.

Detailed explanation-5: -Adaptation can protect animals from predators or from harsh weather. Many birds can hide in the tall grass and weeds and insects can change their colour to blend into the surroundings. This makes it difficult for predators to seek them out for food.