Argue Structures Support Survival - 4th Grade Science
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Which structure supports survival by helping an owl capture prey at night?
Which structure supports survival by helping an owl capture prey at night?
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Large eyes for good night vision. Enhanced vision helps owls hunt in darkness.
Large eyes for good night vision. Enhanced vision helps owls hunt in darkness.
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Which plant structure supports growth by making food using sunlight?
Which plant structure supports growth by making food using sunlight?
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Leaves. Photosynthesis in leaves creates food for plant growth.
Leaves. Photosynthesis in leaves creates food for plant growth.
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Which structure supports behavior by helping a bird communicate with songs?
Which structure supports behavior by helping a bird communicate with songs?
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A syrinx (voice box). This vocal organ produces complex bird songs.
A syrinx (voice box). This vocal organ produces complex bird songs.
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Identify the structure that supports behavior by allowing a chameleon to capture insects quickly.
Identify the structure that supports behavior by allowing a chameleon to capture insects quickly.
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A long, sticky tongue. The sticky surface traps prey when extended rapidly.
A long, sticky tongue. The sticky surface traps prey when extended rapidly.
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Which plant structure directly supports growth by taking in water and minerals?
Which plant structure directly supports growth by taking in water and minerals?
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Roots. Roots absorb nutrients and water from soil.
Roots. Roots absorb nutrients and water from soil.
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Identify the structure that supports growth in young mammals by providing milk.
Identify the structure that supports growth in young mammals by providing milk.
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Mammary glands. These glands produce nutrient-rich milk for offspring.
Mammary glands. These glands produce nutrient-rich milk for offspring.
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Which evidence best supports the claim that webbed feet help ducks survive?
Which evidence best supports the claim that webbed feet help ducks survive?
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Webbing increases pushing force when swimming. Explains how the structure improves swimming ability.
Webbing increases pushing force when swimming. Explains how the structure improves swimming ability.
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Which example best supports an argument that a structure helps reproduction rather than survival?
Which example best supports an argument that a structure helps reproduction rather than survival?
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Bright feathers attract mates. Mating displays serve reproduction, not survival.
Bright feathers attract mates. Mating displays serve reproduction, not survival.
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What is the best definition of function when describing a structure?
What is the best definition of function when describing a structure?
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The job a structure does for the organism. Function describes how a structure helps the organism.
The job a structure does for the organism. Function describes how a structure helps the organism.
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Identify the structure that supports survival by helping a fish breathe underwater.
Identify the structure that supports survival by helping a fish breathe underwater.
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Gills. Gills extract oxygen from water for breathing.
Gills. Gills extract oxygen from water for breathing.
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What does the term structure mean in life science?
What does the term structure mean in life science?
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A body part or feature that helps an organism do a job. Structures are physical parts that perform specific tasks.
A body part or feature that helps an organism do a job. Structures are physical parts that perform specific tasks.
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Which structure best supports survival by protecting a turtle from predators?
Which structure best supports survival by protecting a turtle from predators?
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A hard shell. The shell acts as armor against predator attacks.
A hard shell. The shell acts as armor against predator attacks.
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What is the best claim about how a polar bear’s thick fur supports survival?
What is the best claim about how a polar bear’s thick fur supports survival?
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It insulates the body to stay warm in cold climates. Thick layers trap heat in Arctic conditions.
It insulates the body to stay warm in cold climates. Thick layers trap heat in Arctic conditions.
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What is the best claim about how a cactus waxy coating supports survival?
What is the best claim about how a cactus waxy coating supports survival?
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It reduces water loss in dry environments. Waxy layer prevents moisture from escaping in deserts.
It reduces water loss in dry environments. Waxy layer prevents moisture from escaping in deserts.
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Which structure is the best evidence that helps a fish survive in water by breathing?
Which structure is the best evidence that helps a fish survive in water by breathing?
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Gills. Extract oxygen from water for underwater breathing.
Gills. Extract oxygen from water for underwater breathing.
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What is the best claim about how a turtle shell supports survival?
What is the best claim about how a turtle shell supports survival?
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A turtle shell protects the body from predators and injury. Hard shells provide physical defense against attacks.
A turtle shell protects the body from predators and injury. Hard shells provide physical defense against attacks.
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Which structure best supports an argument that birds can get food for survival?
Which structure best supports an argument that birds can get food for survival?
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Beak shape helps birds obtain specific foods. Different shapes match different food sources.
Beak shape helps birds obtain specific foods. Different shapes match different food sources.
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Which structure best supports an argument that a plant can grow taller and reach light?
Which structure best supports an argument that a plant can grow taller and reach light?
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Stem. Provides vertical support and transport for height.
Stem. Provides vertical support and transport for height.
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Which option is the best evidence to support the claim that teeth structure affects diet and survival?
Which option is the best evidence to support the claim that teeth structure affects diet and survival?
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Sharp canines help tear meat; flat molars help grind plants. Tooth shape matches food type for efficient eating.
Sharp canines help tear meat; flat molars help grind plants. Tooth shape matches food type for efficient eating.
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Which structure best supports an argument that seeds help a plant reproduce successfully?
Which structure best supports an argument that seeds help a plant reproduce successfully?
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Seeds protect and carry the plant embryo for a new plant. Contains everything needed to grow a new plant.
Seeds protect and carry the plant embryo for a new plant. Contains everything needed to grow a new plant.
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