Question

Organisms use different types of adaptations to aid in their survival. One type of butterfly mimics a dead leaf to evade predators. What type of adaptation is this?
a.
Biochemical
b.
Ecological
c.
Structural
d.
Physiological



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C — Structural. The dead-leaf appearance is a physical/morphological trait (camouflage) that helps the butterfly avoid predators.