I WONDER - Are Jellyfish Actually Fish?
 Me Pregunto - Las Medusas Son Realmente Peces?

I WONDER - Are Jellyfish Actually Fish? Me Pregunto - Las Medusas Son Realmente Peces?

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Biology

KG - 12th Grade

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The video explains that jellyfish are not fish because they are invertebrates, lacking a backbone. In contrast, fish are vertebrates with a skeletal system and swim bladder that aid in swimming and buoyancy. Jellyfish move by contracting a muscular ring, propelling themselves through water currents.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are jellyfish not considered fish?

They lack a swim bladder.

They are invertebrates.

They are vertebrates.

They have a backbone.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What feature helps fish stay afloat while they sleep?

Backbone

Swim bladder

Muscular ring

Fins

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of jellyfish?

They have a backbone.

They are vertebrates.

They are invertebrates.

They have a swim bladder.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do jellyfish move in the water?

By floating only

By using a swim bladder

By contracting a muscular ring

By using fins

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action propels jellyfish forward?

Floating with the current

Pushing water behind them

Using a swim bladder

Using their fins