Science of the Season

Science of the Season

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is bioluminescence?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are cephalopods?

Back

Cephalopods are a class of mollusks that include animals like squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish, known for their intelligence and ability to change color.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is melanin?

Back

Melanin is a natural pigment found in the skin, hair, and eyes of humans and animals, responsible for color.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two types of melanin found in hair?

Back

Eumelanin (dark pigment) and Pheomelanin (light pigment).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is insular dwarfism?

Back

Insular dwarfism is a phenomenon where species that live on islands tend to evolve smaller body sizes due to limited resources.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a cephalopod?

Back

Examples of cephalopods include squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of bioluminescence in coal mines?

Back

Coal miners use bioluminescence to help illuminate dark areas in the mine.

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