In a tropical rain forest biome, there is a great diversity of species that live within the ecosystem. Every population of organisms have their own unique adaptations and variations, even within their own population, that enable them to survive in the ecosystem. If the climate of the tropical rain forest started to become colder and drier, then some populations could potentially not survive the change. Identify the organisms best suited to this new climate.
A) Organisms who require water to lay eggs.
B) Organisms who rely on the water for food.
C) Organisms who lay eggs resistant to drying.
D) Organisms who are able to grow fur to stay warm. **
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The correct answer is : "D) Organisms who are able to grow fur to stay warm "
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Your answer is correct. Organisms who are able to grow fur to stay warm would have a better chance of surviving in a colder and drier tropical rain forest climate.
To identify the organisms best suited to a colder and drier climate in a tropical rainforest biome, we need to consider the specific adaptations that would help them survive in such conditions.
A) Organisms who require water to lay eggs: In a colder and drier climate, the availability of water may be limited. Organisms that rely on water to lay their eggs may face challenges because the necessary moisture for egg-laying and development may be scarce. Therefore, they may not be well-suited to this new climate.
B) Organisms who rely on water for food: Similarly, organisms that rely on water as a food source may struggle in a drier climate, as the lack of readily available water could lead to a depletion of their food resources. Hence, they may not be the best suited for this new climate.
C) Organisms who lay eggs resistant to drying: Organisms that lay eggs resistant to drying would have an advantage in a drier climate since the eggs can withstand a lack of moisture. This adaptation allows them to reproduce successfully even when water is scarce, making them better suited for this new climate.
D) Organisms who are able to grow fur to stay warm: In a colder climate, organisms would need adaptations to stay warm. Growing fur or having a thick coat is an adaptation that helps retain body heat. Therefore, organisms capable of growing fur would be beneficial in a colder climate, and thus are best suited to this new climate.
Based on the above explanations, the correct answer would be option D) Organisms who are able to grow fur to stay warm.