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AdaptációA is a term used in biology to describe the process by which an organism becomes better suited to its environment. This adaptation can be structural, physiological, or behavioral. Structural adaptations involve changes in the physical form of an organism, such as the development of wings for flight or camouflage coloration for concealment. Physiological adaptations relate to internal bodily processes, like the ability of desert animals to conserve water or the development of venom in snakes. Behavioral adaptations are changes in how an organism acts, such as migration patterns of birds or the hunting strategies of predators.

These adaptations arise through the process of natural selection. Over many generations, individuals with traits that enhance their survival and reproduction in a particular environment are more likely to pass on those traits to their offspring. This gradual accumulation of beneficial traits leads to the evolution of species that are well-adapted to their specific ecological niches. Adaptation is a continuous process, as environments are not static and can change over time due to climate shifts, geological events, or the introduction of new species. Therefore, organisms must continually adapt to remain viable. The study of adaptations provides crucial insights into the diversity of life on Earth and the evolutionary history of species.