Marine Science Exam Remediation

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What is a key characteristic of marine mammals?

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All marine mammals exhibit excellent maternal care.

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How are oceanography, marine biology, and marine science related?

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Marine science is the combined study of marine biology and oceanography.

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What is the function of the operculum in fish?

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The operculum pumps oxygenated water past the gills.

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What does the stone canal do in echinoderms?

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The stone canal connects the madreporite to the ring canal.

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Which ocean is known for being the coldest and shallowest?

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The Arctic Ocean is known for being the coldest and shallowest.

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What is the function of the lateral line in fish?

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The lateral line senses movements and vibrations in the water.

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What is the role of the ampullae of Lorenzini in fish?

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The ampullae of Lorenzini sense electrical fields in the water.

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What is the primary function of pectoral and pelvic fins in fish?

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Pectoral and pelvic fins help maintain balance.

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What is the madreporite in echinoderms?

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The madreporite is a structure that regulates water intake for the water vascular system.

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What is the significance of the pyloric caeca in echinoderms?

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The pyloric caeca store and release digestive enzymes.