Science
Mission Objectives
Explore changes and adaptations of reptiles
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Words and meanings to learn
adaptations
features that help organisms survive in their environment
evolution
how organisms have changed over millions of years
reptile
cold-blooded animal that has dry, scaly skin and usually lays eggs on land
variation
refers to the differences that exist between individuals of the same species
species
is a group of organisms that are closely related and can mate with each other to produce fertile offspring
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