Understanding Salmon's Night Vision

Understanding Salmon's Night Vision

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video explores how salmon can see in the dark by altering their vision through a unique enzyme that converts vitamin A1 to A2, enhancing their ability to perceive infrared light. This adaptation allows them to navigate murky waters during migration. The video also discusses historical scientific attempts to replicate this ability in humans, which had limited success. The content is supported by Nautilus, a science publication.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason humans cannot see in the dark without assistance?

Human eyes are not sensitive to infrared light.

Humans lack the necessary photoreceptors.

Human eyes are too small.

Humans have too many photopigments.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do salmon differ from humans in terms of vision?

Salmon can see in complete darkness.

Salmon have more photoreceptors.

Salmon can change their vision spectrum.

Salmon can see ultraviolet light.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of photopigments in the eye?

To absorb specific wavelengths of light.

To change the color of the eye.

To produce vitamin A.

To increase the size of the eye.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What allows salmon to see in murky freshwater environments?

Their ability to see in complete darkness.

Their ability to see ultraviolet light.

Their ability to see infrared light.

Their ability to see blue wavelengths.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do salmon need to expand their visual range when migrating?

To navigate murky freshwater environments.

To see predators in the ocean.

To communicate with other salmon.

To find food in the dark.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the enzyme discovered in salmon's vision adaptation?

It converts vitamin A1 to vitamin A2.

It increases the number of photoreceptors.

It changes the shape of photopigments.

It enhances the sensitivity to blue light.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main form of vitamin A found in human bodies?

Vitamin C

Vitamin B1

Vitamin A1

Vitamin A2

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