Animal Senses Flashcard

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What is echolocation?

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Echolocation is a method used by some animals, like bats and dolphins, to locate objects by emitting sound waves and listening for the echoes that bounce back.

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Which animals are known to use echolocation?

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Bats and dolphins are known for using echolocation to navigate and find food.

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What do rats use their whiskers for?

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Rats use their whiskers to map their environment and detect objects around them.

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What is thermoreception?

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Thermoreception is the ability to sense temperature changes, which some animals, like pit vipers, use to detect heat from their prey.

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How do hair cells in the inner ear function?

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Hair cells in the inner ear vibrate in response to sound waves, sending signals to the brain to help detect sound.

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What happens to sensory information when it reaches the brain?

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When sensory information reaches the brain, it is interpreted and processed into meaningful information.

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What is the role of the brain in processing sensory information?

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The brain interprets sensory information, allowing us to understand and respond to our environment.

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How do dolphins use echolocation?

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Dolphins use echolocation by producing clicks and listening for the echoes to locate objects and navigate underwater.

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What is the function of whiskers in animals?

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Whiskers help animals sense their surroundings, detect changes in their environment, and navigate in the dark.

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What is the significance of hair cells in hearing?

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Hair cells are crucial for hearing as they convert sound vibrations into electrical signals that the brain can understand.