How External Parts Help - 1st Grade Science
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Which external part of a porcupine helps protect it from predators?
Which external part of a porcupine helps protect it from predators?
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Quills. Sharp quills stick into attackers when touched.
Quills. Sharp quills stick into attackers when touched.
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Which external part of many animals protects their bodies and helps prevent drying out?
Which external part of many animals protects their bodies and helps prevent drying out?
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Skin. Skin forms a barrier against water loss and injury.
Skin. Skin forms a barrier against water loss and injury.
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Identify the best external part to match this need: a turtle must stay safe from predators.
Identify the best external part to match this need: a turtle must stay safe from predators.
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Shell. Hard shells provide protection from predator attacks.
Shell. Hard shells provide protection from predator attacks.
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Identify the best external part to match this need: a bird must fly to reach food.
Identify the best external part to match this need: a bird must fly to reach food.
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Wings. Wings enable flight to reach food in high places.
Wings. Wings enable flight to reach food in high places.
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Which external part of a duck helps it swim efficiently in water?
Which external part of a duck helps it swim efficiently in water?
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Webbed feet. Webbing between toes acts like paddles in water.
Webbed feet. Webbing between toes acts like paddles in water.
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Which external part of a snake helps it move on the ground?
Which external part of a snake helps it move on the ground?
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Scales. Overlapping scales grip surfaces for movement.
Scales. Overlapping scales grip surfaces for movement.
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Which external part of a turtle helps protect it from predators?
Which external part of a turtle helps protect it from predators?
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Shell. Hard shells act as armor against attacks.
Shell. Hard shells act as armor against attacks.
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Which external part of a polar bear helps it stay warm in a cold habitat?
Which external part of a polar bear helps it stay warm in a cold habitat?
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Thick fur. Thick fur traps warm air close to the body.
Thick fur. Thick fur traps warm air close to the body.
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Which external part of many mammals helps them walk, run, and move to find food?
Which external part of many mammals helps them walk, run, and move to find food?
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Legs. Legs support body weight and enable movement to find resources.
Legs. Legs support body weight and enable movement to find resources.
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Which external part of most birds helps them fly and get away from danger?
Which external part of most birds helps them fly and get away from danger?
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Wings. Wings create lift by pushing air down.
Wings. Wings create lift by pushing air down.
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Which external part of a fish helps it move forward and steer?
Which external part of a fish helps it move forward and steer?
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Tail fin. The tail fin pushes water backward to move the fish forward.
Tail fin. The tail fin pushes water backward to move the fish forward.
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Which external part of a dog helps it run and also dig in the ground?
Which external part of a dog helps it run and also dig in the ground?
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Paws. Paws have pads for traction and claws for digging.
Paws. Paws have pads for traction and claws for digging.
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Which external part of a fish helps it swim through water?
Which external part of a fish helps it swim through water?
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Fins. Fins push against water to create movement.
Fins. Fins push against water to create movement.
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Which external part of a bird is used to pick up food and help it eat?
Which external part of a bird is used to pick up food and help it eat?
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Beak. Beaks are hard, pointed mouths that help birds grab and break food.
Beak. Beaks are hard, pointed mouths that help birds grab and break food.
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Which external part of many animals is mainly used to eat and drink?
Which external part of many animals is mainly used to eat and drink?
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Mouth. Mouths take in food and water needed for survival.
Mouth. Mouths take in food and water needed for survival.
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