Animal Senses Review

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What is a stimulus?

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A stimulus is anything that can trigger a response in an organism, such as light, sound, or touch.

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Which sense organ is responsible for detecting smells?

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The nose is the sense organ that detects scents.

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What do octopuses use their eyes for?

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Octopuses use their eyes to see predators and other objects in their environment.

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Why do skunks release a chemical when threatened?

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Skunks release a chemical as a defense mechanism to warn predators to stay away.

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What sense helps prairie dogs hear warnings from each other?

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Hearing helps prairie dogs receive warnings from other prairie dogs.

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What happens when a baby is sleeping in terms of stimuli?

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A baby sleeping does not respond to stimuli, so it is not considered a stimulus.

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How do animals use their senses to survive?

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Animals use their senses to detect danger, find food, and communicate with others.

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What is the role of the eyes in animals?

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The eyes allow animals to see their surroundings and detect movement.

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What does it mean when a predator avoids a skunk's chemical?

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It means the chemical acts as a warning signal for the predator to stay away.

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Can animals feel scared?

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Yes, animals can feel scared and may react to threats using their senses.