Capuchin Monkeys and Millipede Secretion Quiz

Capuchin Monkeys and Millipede Secretion Quiz

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Science

12th Grade

Hard

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Farida Mahboub

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential risk is associated with the use of millipede secretion by capuchin monkeys?

The secretion is highly nutritious.

The secretion is toxic and carcinogenic.

The secretion attracts more insects.

The secretion causes dehydration.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do capuchin monkeys anoint themselves with millipede secretion, especially during the rainy season?

To attract mates.

To protect against insects, particularly mosquitoes.

To mark their territory.

To cool themselves down.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long must a capuchin's first behavior last to be recorded during systematic behavioral sampling?

At least 2 seconds

At least 5 seconds

At least 10 seconds

At least 1 minute

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which method was used to analyze the extracts from the millipede secretion?

Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS)

High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)

Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-Vis)

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which season does anointing occur according to behavioral observations?

Rainy season

Dry season

Winter

Summer

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two volatile components found in the secretion of millipedes as identified by GC-MS analysis?

2-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone and 2-methoxy-3-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone

Methanol and ethanol

Acetic acid and citric acid

Benzene and toluene

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed purpose of capuchin monkeys anointing themselves with millipede secretion?

To acquire benzoquinones for defensive use against insects

To derive nutrients from the millipedes

To clean their fur

To attract mates

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of benzoquinones in many arthropods?

To aid in digestion

To serve as antinsectan agents

To attract mates

To help in locomotion