Clarification Statement - S.3.LS.4.2.CS:
Examples of cause and effect relationships could be plants that have larger thorns than other plants may be less likely to be eaten by predators; and, animals that have better camouflage coloration than other animals may be more likely to survive and ther

Science and Engineering Practices - 3-5.SEP6.2:
Use evidence (e.g., observations, patterns) to construct an explanation.

Disciplinary Core Ideas - S.3.LS.4.2.DCI:
LS4.B: Natural Selection •Sometimes the differences in characteristics between individuals of the same species provide advantages in surviving, finding mates, and reproducing.

Crosscutting Concepts - CC2.4:
Cause and effect relationships are routinely identified, tested, and used to explain change.