Orca Anatomy and Ecology

Orca Anatomy and Ecology

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the evolutionary journey of orcas from land-dwelling ancestors to aquatic mammals. It highlights the anatomical adaptations that have enabled orcas to thrive in the ocean, such as the migration of nostrils to form a blowhole and the transformation of limbs. The video also discusses the orca's role as a top predator, emphasizing its sharp teeth and hunting capabilities.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the closest modern relative to orcas?

Hippopotamus

Sea Lions

Dolphins

Sharks

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which anatomical feature of orcas evolved to help them breathe efficiently in water?

Tail

Blowholes

Gills

Fins

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are the nostrils located in modern orcas?

Under the chin

On top of the skull

On the front of the skull

On the sides of the head

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant adaptation that allows orcas to be streamlined in water?

Their flippers

Their blowholes

Their conical teeth

Their large size

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the hind legs of orcas during their evolution?

They became larger

They turned into flippers

They became fins

They disappeared

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What remains of the orca's hind legs?

Large bones

Pelvic bones

Fins

Nothing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of teeth do orcas have?

Sharp conical teeth

Flat molars

No teeth

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