Butterfly Eyes and Other Secrets of the Meadow Vocab.

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What does 'excreted' mean?

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Separated and removed from the body.

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What does 'tender' mean?

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Soft or gentle; easily damaged.

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What are 'vessels'?

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Tubes or passageways carrying fluid from the body.

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What does 'steeped' mean in cooking?

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To soak food in a liquid to absorb flavor.

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What are 'ultraviolet rays'?

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Invisible rays from the sun that can cause skin damage.

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Give an example of something that is 'tender'.

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A ripe peach is tender and can be easily squished.

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What is the purpose of sunscreen?

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To protect your skin from ultraviolet rays.

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What happens when something is 'excreted'?

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It is removed from the body, like waste.

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How can you use 'steeped' in a sentence?

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I steeped the tea bag in hot water.

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What is an example of a 'vessel' in the body?

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Blood vessels carry blood throughout the body.