Underwater Spider Adaptations

Underwater Spider Adaptations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

FREE Resource

The video explores a unique spider that lives underwater without fins or gills. It constructs an air bubble to breathe, acting as a homemade scuba tank. The spider collects bubbles to create an oxygen reservoir, forming a sanctuary where it can feed and rest. Evolution has equipped it with tools to thrive in its ecosystem.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes this spider unique compared to other arachnids?

It can fly.

It can change colors.

It lives exclusively underwater.

It has wings.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the spider manage to breathe underwater?

It creates an air bubble.

It has gills.

It uses a snorkel.

It absorbs oxygen through its skin.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the air bubble created by the spider?

To serve as a scuba tank.

To store food.

To attract mates.

To scare away predators.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the spider do in its underwater sanctuary?

It lays eggs.

It feeds and rests.

It hibernates.

It builds webs.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has evolution helped the spider in its underwater habitat?

It has developed fins.

It can breathe underwater without any aid.

It can live on land and water equally.

It has tools to conquer its ecosystem.