Frozen sea turtles wash up on Massachusetts shore

Frozen sea turtles wash up on Massachusetts shore

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11th Grade - University

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Recently, turtles have been washing ashore in Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts, due to a phenomenon known as cold stunning. This occurs when sea turtles, which are cold-blooded reptiles, are exposed to prolonged periods of cold water temperatures. As a result, they suffer from various symptoms such as decreased heart rate, low blood circulation, shock, pneumonia, and even death. The turtles rely on external heat sources and cannot warm themselves in cold water, making them vulnerable to these conditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where have sea turtles been washing ashore recently?

Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts

California

Florida

Texas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main cause of cold stunning in sea turtles?

Pollution

Lack of food

Predators

Extreme cold water temperatures

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are sea turtles particularly vulnerable to cold water?

They can generate their own heat

They have thick fur

They are cold-blooded and rely on external heat sources

They are warm-blooded

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cold stunning in sea turtles?

Increased heart rate

Low blood circulation

Shock

Pneumonia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can be a severe consequence of cold stunning in sea turtles?

Increased appetite

Improved swimming ability

Rapid growth

Death