Habitats and living things
Word notes
- habitat — The place that gives a living thing what it needs. Example: The pond is a habitat for the frogs.. Not: Any pretty picture.. Parts: no affix.
- organism — A living thing. Example: A fern is an organism, and so is a beetle.. Not: A rock.. Parts: organ + -ism.
- nutrient — A substance a living thing uses to grow. Example: The damp soil holds nutrients for the roots.. Not: Sunlight by itself.. Parts: nutri (nourish) + -ent.
- shelter — A place that protects a living thing. Example: The log is shelter for the insects.. Not: A food source only.. Parts: no affix.
- adapt — To change in a way that helps survival in a place. Example: The waxy leaf helps the plant adapt to sun.. Not: Moving a plant to a new pot for fun.. Parts: ad- + apt.
- cycle — A series of events that repeats. Example: Water can cycle from puddle to cloud to rain.. Not: A single splash.. Parts: no affix.
- survive — To stay alive in a set of conditions. Example: Frogs survive near water.. Not: Winning a race.. Parts: sur- + vive (live).
- feature — A part or quality you can point to. Example: Webbed feet are a feature of the frog.. Not: A feeling about the animal.. Parts: no affix.
context
The pond is a _____ for the frogs.