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Structure of Living Things Adaptations 4-LS1-1

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adaptation

a trait that helps an organism survive in its environment
adaptation Simple Definition

circulatory system

the system of the heart, blood, and blood vessels, it moves oxygen, nutrients and waste
circulatory system Simple Definition

digestive system

the system of organs that breaks down food into nutrients for use by the body
digestive system Simple Definition

muscular system

the organ system made up of muscles that help the body move
muscular system Simple Definition

nervous system

the brain, spinal cord and nerves which relay information
nervous system Simple Definition

photosynthesis

the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food
photosynthesis Simple Definition

respiratory system

the organs that transfer oxygen from the air to the body, like the nose, trachea and lungs
respiratory system Simple Definition

root

the mainly underground part of a plant that absorbs water and minerals
root Simple Definition

skeletal system

all the bones in the body that support it, help it to move, and protect internal organs
skeletal system Simple Definition

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