Vision and Light Key Concepts

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What are the structures that animals have to gather information from their environment?

Back

Structures such as eyes, ears, and noses help animals gather information from their surroundings.

Front

What role does sound play in an animal's environment?

Back

Sound can carry important information about the environment, such as the presence of predators or prey.

Front

What are the main parts of an animal's vision system?

Back

The pupil, light receptors, brain, and optic nerve work together to process visual information.

Front

What must a gecko avoid to survive?

Back

A gecko must avoid predators to survive.

Front

What do animals need to find in order to survive?

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Animals need to find prey to survive.

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How do animals use their structures to survive?

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Animals use their structures to gather information that helps them find food, avoid danger, and adapt to their environment.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve in an animal's vision?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the eyes to the brain.

Front

What is the importance of light receptors in animals?

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Light receptors allow animals to detect light and perceive their surroundings.

Front

What is the definition of 'pupil' in terms of vision?

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The pupil is the opening in the center of the eye that allows light to enter.

Front

What do we call the ability of animals to detect their environment?

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Sensory perception.