Vision and Light - Benchmark Amplify

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What is the purpose of long ears in rabbits?

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To notice predator sounds.

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How do desert tortoises use their front legs?

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They use their front legs to make deep holes (burrows) in the ground to stay safe from predators.

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What does it mean if an animal is nocturnal?

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It means the animal is active at night.

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Why is good hearing important for nocturnal animals?

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Because they need to be able to hear what they cannot see.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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What does reflected light allow animals to do at night?

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It allows them to see objects in their environment, like bushes.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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What is the significance of the arrow in a diagram showing light travel?

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It represents the path of reflected light from an object to the observer's eyes.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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How can an animal identify poisonous berries?

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By using a strong sense of smell to determine which berries are poisonous.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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What is the definition of 'nocturnal'?

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Active during the night.

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What is reflected light?

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Light that bounces off an object and travels to the observer's eyes.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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Why do some animals have specialized eyes?

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To help them see better in low light conditions.