Crab Life Cycle and Growth

Alison from AKAA introduces the concept of growth in living things, focusing on the life cycle of crabs. She explains the stages from egg to adult crab, including metamorphosis and molting. The video also shares fun facts about crabs, such as their ability to lay millions of eggs and the longevity of the Japanese spider crab. The video concludes with a reminder to appreciate the life cycle of crabs.

What is the main focus of the video presented by Alison?

• The life cycle of crabs

• The diet of crabs

• The habitat of crabs

• The predators of crabs

What does the term 'life cycle' refer to?

• The feeding habits of an organism

• The migration pattern of an organism

• The daily routine of an organism

• The stages an organism goes through from birth to death

How does the life cycle of a crab differ from that of a fish?

• Crabs do not lay eggs

• Crabs are mammals

• Crabs live in freshwater

• Crabs undergo complete metamorphosis

What is the first stage in the life cycle of a crab?

• Eggs

• Adult crab

• Instars

• Metallope

What are the small larvae released after crab eggs hatch called?

• Zodia

• Instars

• Nymphs

• Metallope

What do crabs do to grow when their shells become too hard?

• They molt

• They hibernate

• They migrate

• They stop growing

How long can a Japanese spider crab live?

• Up to 100 years

• Up to 10 years

• Up to 50 years

• Up to 20 years

What is the range of eggs a crab can lay in a single session?

• 10 to 100

• 5,000 to 10 million

• 1,000 to 5,000

• 100 to 1,000

What is the term used for the process of crabs shedding their skin?

• Molting

• Shedding

• Peeling

• Exfoliating

What should you think about next time you see crabs on your dining table?

• Their life cycle

• Their taste

• Their color

• Their size