I WONDER - How Heavy Was The Diplodocus?

The Diplodocus was a massive dinosaur with a small head and brain. It evolved a long neck to reach and eat leaves from tall trees, which was essential for sustaining its large size. Its narrow, peg-like teeth were adapted for stripping leaves, allowing it to consume hundreds of pounds of vegetation daily.

What was notable about the size of Diplodocus's head and brain compared to its body?

• It was larger than its body.

• It was extremely small.

• It was the same size as its body.

• It was proportionally large.

How many vertebrae made up the long neck of Diplodocus?

• 10

• 20

• 12

• 15

What advantage did the long neck of Diplodocus provide?

• It helped in swimming.

• It allowed reaching high leaves.

• It was used for defense.

• It helped in running fast.

What type of teeth did Diplodocus have?

• Curved and serrated

• Flat and broad

• Sharp and pointed

• Narrow and peg-like

How much vegetation did Diplodocus consume daily?

• A few pounds

• Hundreds of pounds

• Thousands of pounds

• Tens of pounds