Frog Dissection - Video Assignment

What is the primary purpose of the irregular brown splotches on the dorsal side of a frog?

• To attract mates

• To absorb sunlight

• To camouflage from predators

• To signal toxicity to other animals

What is the purpose of the Tympanum?

• Vibrates in response to sound waves for hearing

• Aid the frog in swallowing prey

• Protect the eyes of the frog from dirt, debris, and water

• Hold the prey until the frog is ready to swallow the prey

What structure is responsible for protecting the frog's eyes, while also allowing them to see?

• External Nares

• Tympanum

• Nictitating Membrane

• Internal Nares

Identify the point where the External Nares are located.

Identify the point where the tympanic membrane is located.

Which adaptation allows a frog to effectively capture prey with its tongue?

• Its tongue is long and muscular, attaching at the back of the mouth.

• Its tongue is short and rigid, used for chewing.

• Its tongue attaches at the front of the mouth and has sticky mucus.

• Its tongue has sharp teeth to tear prey.

Identify the point where the vomerine teeth are located.

Identify which point would be where the gullet is located.

Identify the point where the glottis would be located.

Identify the point where the eustachian tubes are located.