Butterfly Eyes and Other Secrets of the Meadow Vocab.

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What is the definition of 'tender'?

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Soft or gentle; easily damaged.

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What are arteries?

Back

Large vessels that carry blood through the heart, around to every part of the body.

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What does 'excreted' mean?

Back

Separated and removed from the body.

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What type of rays does sunscreen protect your skin from?

Back

Ultraviolet rays that can cause damage to your skin.

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What is the meaning of 'steeped'?

Back

Soaked; drenched.

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What is the role of vessels in the circulatory system?

Back

They transport blood throughout the body.

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Define 'ultraviolet rays'.

Back

Invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes from the sun and can cause skin damage.

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What is the importance of sunscreen?

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It protects the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays.

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What does it mean to be 'soaked'?

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To be thoroughly wet or drenched.

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What is the process of excretion?

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The process of separating and removing waste from the body.