Ocean Sunlight Comprehension Practice

Front

Why do some sea creatures have lights on their bodies?

Back

Some sea creatures have lights on their bodies to help them see their food in the dark.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the process that occurs in the human body when eating food?

Back

The human body breaks down food into sugar.

Front

What is the first step in the ocean food chain?

Back

The first step in the ocean food chain is when plants catch sunlight.

Front

What percentage of the oxygen we breathe comes from phytoplankton?

Back

50% of the oxygen we breathe comes from phytoplankton.

Front

What does the presence of phytoplankton in the ocean indicate about oxygen production?

Back

It indicates that all the oxygen in the air comes from plant life.

Front

Who is referred to as the 'me' in the context of the ocean and sunlight?

Back

The 'me' in the story refers to the sun.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

Front

What role do phytoplankton play in the ocean ecosystem?

Back

Phytoplankton are primary producers that convert sunlight into energy, forming the base of the ocean food chain.

Front

How does sunlight affect the growth of ocean plants?

Back

Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, allowing ocean plants to grow and produce oxygen.

Front

What is bioluminescence and which organisms exhibit this phenomenon?

Back

Bioluminescence is the production of light by living organisms, commonly seen in some species of jellyfish, deep-sea fish, and certain types of plankton.

Front

Why is phytoplankton important for marine life?

Back

Phytoplankton is crucial for marine life as it serves as a primary food source for many marine organisms.