Some organisms slow down their biological functions in periods of adverse environmental conditions. This is called dormancy. Select all of the possible reasons for an organism to be dormant.
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Desert organisms may need to become dormant to hide from extremely dry weather. An example is a desert toad hiding in a den.
Organisms may need to become dormant when there is not as much food available. An example is a bear hibernating.
Organisms may need to become dormant when there is too much water available. An example is a fish hiding under ice.
Organisms may become dormant when there is not as much sunlight available. An example is a rose bush that is not in bloom.
Desert organisms may need to become dormant to hide from extremely dry weather. An example is a desert toad hiding in a den.
Organisms may need to become dormant when there is not as much food available. An example is a bear hibernating.
Organisms may become dormant when there is too much water available. An example is a fish hiding under ice.
Organisms may become dormant during periods of extreme temperatures, such as extreme cold or heat, to conserve energy and survive.