Moon Jellyfish Characteristics and Ecology

Moon Jellyfish Characteristics and Ecology

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video explores the fascinating world of moon jellyfish, highlighting their translucent, saucer-shaped bodies and trailing tentacles. These creatures are closely related to coral and sea anemones and thrive in warm coastal waters. Moon jellyfish swim near the surface to catch food with their stinging tentacles. They are mostly water, making them easy prey for sea turtles and other predators. Their specialized nervous system allows them to detect environmental changes. Having existed for over 500 million years, jellyfish continue to inspire scientific research and technological advancements.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the unique feature of the moon jellyfish's body?

It is opaque and solid.

It is hard and spiky.

It is translucent and saucer-shaped.

It is covered in scales.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are moon jellyfish commonly found?

In arctic regions.

In cold, deep ocean waters.

Near the coast in warm and tropical waters.

In freshwater lakes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason moon jellyfish swim close to the surface?

To absorb sunlight.

To stay warm.

To catch food with their stinging tentacles.

To avoid predators.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of a moon jellyfish's body is water?

100%

70%

50%

90%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a predator of the moon jellyfish?

Sharks

Sunfish

Tuna

Sea turtles

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes moon jellyfish sensitive to their environment?

Their ability to change color.

Their thick skin.

Their specialized nervous system.

Their large eyes.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long have moon jellyfish been present in the oceans?

1 billion years

500 million years

100 million years

50 million years

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the moon jellyfish inspired in the scientific community?

Scientific research and technology

Space exploration

New cooking recipes

Fashion trends