Chicken Development and Characteristics

The video tutorial from the Lighthouse Lab, presented by Sophie, explores the life cycle of a chicken. It begins with an introduction and recap of the previous lesson on frog life cycles. The tutorial then delves into the stages of a chicken's life cycle, starting with the egg stage, where a hen lays a fertilized egg. The development of the embryo inside the egg is detailed, including the formation of organs and absorption of nutrients. The process of hatching and the early development of the chick are explained, followed by the growth of the young chicken into an adult. The video concludes with a summary of the quick life cycle of chickens and their significance as a food source.

What animal life cycle is the focus of this video?

• Fish

• Duck

• Chicken

• Frog

What is the primary function of the yolk in a chicken egg?

• To provide moisture

• To protect the embryo

• To supply nutrients

• To form the shell

What is the shell of a chicken egg made of?

• Calcium carbonate

• Silicon dioxide

• Magnesium oxide

• Sodium chloride

Which organ forms first in the developing chicken embryo?

• Brain

• Heart

• Lungs

• Liver

How long does it typically take for a chicken egg to hatch?

• 28 days

• 35 days

• 21 days

• 14 days

What is a baby chicken called after it hatches?

• Hatchling

• Cockerel

• Fledgling

• Pullet

What happens to a chick's appearance as it grows?

• It loses its fluffy down

• It develops scales

• It grows a longer beak

• It becomes more colorful

At what stage does a chicken have most of the characteristics of its parents?

• Egg

• Adult

• Hatchling

• Young chicken

How long does it generally take for a hen to lay its first egg?

• 24 to 28 weeks

• 30 to 34 weeks

• 10 to 14 weeks

• 18 to 22 weeks

What is the main reason chickens are raised on farms?

• For their feathers

• As pets

• As a source of food

• For their singing