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Change in an organism's behavioural and physical characteristics that help them survive in the surrounding environment is called __________.

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adaptation
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reproduction
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extinction
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habitat
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Solution

The correct option is A adaptation
Change in an organism's behavioural and physical characteristics that help them survive in the surrounding environment is called adaptation. For example, fishes have a streamlined body which helps them move inside the water.

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