6.1 HMH Mariana Trench

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What adaptations help animals live in the deep sea?

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Some animals, like anglerfish and flashlight fish, have special adaptations such as bioluminescence to survive in the dark and extreme conditions of the deep sea.

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text shares facts and examples about a specific topic.

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What does it mean to control something remotely?

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To control something remotely means to operate it from a distance, often using technology.

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What is a synonym for 'glimpse'?

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A synonym for 'glimpse' is 'glance'.

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How did the Challenger Deep get its name?

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The Challenger Deep was named after the British Royal Navy ship that measured the ocean depths.

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What is the Mariana Trench?

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The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the world's oceans, located in the western Pacific Ocean.

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What is bioluminescence?

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Bioluminescence is the ability of certain organisms to produce light through chemical reactions in their bodies.

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Why can't humans live in the deep sea?

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Humans cannot live in the deep sea due to extreme pressure, darkness, and cold temperatures.

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What is the significance of the Challenger Deep?

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The Challenger Deep is significant because it is the deepest known point in the Earth's seabed.

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What tools do scientists use to study the deep sea?

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Scientists use special instruments like remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and submersibles to study the deep sea.