I WONDER - How Heavy Was The Pteranodon?

The video explains how Pteranodon's ultra-lightweight skeleton, with hollow bones and crisscrossing braces, enabled it to fly despite its large size. The structure of its wing bones provided necessary support without adding weight, allowing this giant reptile to become airborne.

What feature of the Pteranodon's skeleton helped it reduce weight for flight?

• Hollow bones with empty spaces

• Solid bone structure

• Heavy bone walls

• Dense bone material

How did the crisscrossing braces in the Pteranodon's wing bones benefit it?

• They reduced bone flexibility

• They increased bone density

• They provided structural support

• They made the bones heavier

What was the main characteristic of the Pteranodon's wing bones?

• Thick and solid

• Paper thin with braces

• Flexible and dense

• Short and rigid

What was the primary purpose of the Pteranodon's lightweight skeleton?

• To enhance swimming ability

• To support heavy muscle mass

• To enable flight

• To protect against predators

What was the approximate weight of the Pteranodon despite its ability to fly?

• Over 10 pounds

• Over 15 pounds

• Over 5 pounds

• Over 20 pounds