Different plants and animals have external features that help them thrive
in different kinds of places.
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Life Science: The characteristics of organisms Grades K-4, page 129 Organisms have basic needs. For example, animals need air, water, and food; plants require air, water, nutrients, and light. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their needs can be met. The world has many different environments, and distinct environments support the life of different types of organisms. |