Animal Senses and Behavior Review

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What is the brain?

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The brain is part of the nervous system that controls thoughts, feelings, and actions.

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How does a bear remember which berries to eat?

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A bear uses its memory to remember that green berries are bitter and red berries are sweet.

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What is sensory input?

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Sensory input is the information that the senses gather from the outside world.

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Give an example of sensory input.

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A lion making a sound as it approaches a herd of impalas.

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What is a sense organ?

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A sense organ is a part of the body that detects signals from the environment, such as the ear for hearing.

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What role does the nervous system play in animal behavior?

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The nervous system processes sensory information and helps animals respond to their environment.

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What are the five main senses?

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The five main senses are sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell.

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How do animals use their senses to survive?

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Animals use their senses to find food, avoid danger, and communicate with others.

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What is the function of the ear?

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The ear is a sense organ that detects sound waves and helps with hearing.

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What is the role of memory in animal behavior?

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Memory helps animals remember past experiences, which influences their future choices.