Magic School Bus: In the Arctic

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Where does Ms. Frizzle take the kids on their field trip?

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North Pole

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Why are polar bears able to live in such cold temperatures?

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Their fur keeps them warm.

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How are the kids able to swim in the water without freezing?

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They use walrus blubber.

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Why can’t Liz live in such cold temperatures?

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Reptiles are cold-blooded animals.

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What does Arnold do to slow the movement of heat as it escapes his body?

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He stuffs his jacket with paper.

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What is the primary habitat of polar bears?

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The Arctic region.

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What adaptation helps polar bears hunt in the snow?

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Their white fur provides camouflage.

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What is blubber and why is it important for marine mammals?

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Blubber is a thick layer of fat that insulates and provides energy.

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What role does the Arctic ecosystem play in the global climate?

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It helps regulate the Earth's temperature.

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What are some challenges faced by animals living in the Arctic?

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Extreme cold, food scarcity, and habitat loss.