Nature & science · Age 9 · Adaptations & Classification
Extreme Plant Survivors – Mangroves and Venus Flytraps
Explore more examples of plants with remarkable adaptations to specific environments.
Module
Adaptations & Classification
Age
Age 9
Duration
10 min
Questions
5
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Question 1
Multiple choice
Mangrove trees grow in saltwater swamps. They have roots above the ground (aerial roots). What do these roots help with?
Question 2
Multiple choice
A Venus flytrap snaps shut to trap insects. Why does it eat insects?
Question 3
Multiple choice
Which of the following plants is adapted to survive in a salty environment?
Question 4
True or false
Some plants have adaptations that allow them to obtain nutrients from insects rather than just soil.
Question 5
Matching
Match each plant to its special adaptation and environment.