The Living World: Biodiversity

All of the above

In response to environmental or selective pressures

Over multiple generations or within a single generation

Through genetic mutations and variations

Webbed feet for climbing steep surfaces

Long roots to absorb underground moisture

Thick fur and fat layers for insulation

Membranes over eyes for filtering sunlight

Constructing larger highways to improve traffic flow.

Building more suburban developments to spread out population density.

Expanding industrial zones for economic growth purposes only.

Increasing green space and promoting mixed-use development to reduce transportation emissions.

Thin cuticles to promote transpiration

Stomata that close during the day

Shallow root systems for nutrient uptake

Broad leaves for increased photosynthesis

The production of enzymes for photosynthesis in plants.

The presence of stomata on the underside of leaves.

The development of thick fur in arctic foxes.

Migration of birds to avoid harsh winter conditions.

Genetic adaptation

Reproductive adaptation

Behavioral adaptation

Physical adaptation

Colorful flowers attract more pollinators thus improving reproductive success even though reproduction does not rely solely on the presence of such traits.

Wide flat canopies increase photosynthesis rates despite availability of sunlight sufficient.

Developing deep root systems capable of reaching underground water sources.

Thick leaves store nutrients but which are not necessarily needed for survival in dry conditions.

Decreased insect population sizes owing to reduced food sources from fungus spores

Increased rate of plant growth due to higher nutrient availability from decomposition

Enhanced soil erosion due to increased plant root growth penetrating deeper underground

Increased accumulation of leaf litter and other decomposable material on the forest floor

They always rely on locally available materials and labor.

They reduce community involvement in conservation efforts.

They can be prohibitively expensive, limiting their implementation in economically disadvantaged regions.

They fully restore ecosystems to their original state before contamination.

Chlorophyll concentration to aid in photosynthesis

Camouflage to blend into snow-covered landscapes

Hibernation

Long-distance migration to mate and reproduce