Many plants and animals have physical characteristics, such as camouflage or sharp spines, that help them to survive in their habitats. How do these characteristics give those plants and animals a reproductive advantage?
A.
The characteristics help the plants and animals reproduce even without nutrients.
B.
The characteristics help the plants and animals survive, but this does not affect reproduction.
C.
The characteristics help the plants and animals reproduce more than their predators.
D.
The characteristics help the plants and animals survive longer so that they can reproduce.