While on a hike, you notice that several burrs have become attached to your socks. You quickly pull them off. Inside the burr are several seeds. Burrs are produced by certain plants and frequently catch on animal fur (or people's clothing). After thinking about it, you decide that the burr is a type of ________ that is an adaptation for ________.

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Burrs are a type of fruit that is an adaptation for seed dispersal. The burrs attach to animal fur or people's clothing, and when the animal or person moves, the burrs are carried away from the plant. This helps to disperse the seeds and increase the chances that they will find a suitable place to germinate and grow.

While on a Hike, You Notice That Several Burrs Have