Animal Senses Review

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What are senses?

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Senses are the abilities that allow animals to gather information about their environment, such as sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell.

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How do animals use their sense of taste?

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Animals use their sense of taste to determine if food is safe to eat or if it is poisonous.

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What is the role of sight in hunting?

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Sight helps animals spot their prey from a distance, allowing them to hunt effectively.

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What is an example of an animal using its sense of smell?

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A dog uses its sense of smell to track scents and find food or other animals.

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Why do animals have different senses?

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Different senses help animals adapt to their environments and survive by finding food, avoiding danger, and communicating.

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What is the sense that helps animals hear sounds?

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The sense of hearing allows animals to detect sounds in their environment, which can alert them to danger or help them communicate.

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How does memory relate to animal senses?

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Animals remember past experiences with their senses, like the taste of bitter berries, to make better choices in the future.

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What is an example of an animal using its sense of sight to survive?

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A hawk uses its eyes to spot its prey from high in the sky.

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How do animals use their sense of touch?

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Animals use their sense of touch to explore their environment, find food, and interact with other animals.

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What is the importance of the sense of smell for animals?

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The sense of smell helps animals find food, detect predators, and communicate with each other.