Explain what adaptations help desert plants and animals survive
Which of these creatures would you expect to find in an arid desert? Which wouldn't you expect to find there?
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In An Arid Desert
Not In An Arid Desert
scorpion
sidewinder snake
spadefoot toad
polar bear
platypus
slug
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Fill out the blanks
Select the missing words in the text.
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Some cacti can grow to up to 15 metres tall.
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Have another look at the expert film on scorpions and toads. What advantages do scorpions have as a result of their exoskeleton (hard shell-like skin)? Choose all that apply.
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Which of these challenges might a creature living in an arid desert expect to come across? (choose all that apply)
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