Elephant Communication and Infrasound

Elephant Communication and Infrasound

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Physics

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the discovery of elephants' use of infrasound for communication, which allows them to communicate over long distances. This low-frequency sound is advantageous as it travels further and is less obstructed by environmental barriers. Elephants use this ability to coordinate movements and even predict weather changes. The video also highlights the importance of understanding these communication methods to protect elephants and suggests learning resources for further exploration.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did biologist Katharine Payne discover about elephants in 1984?

They are afraid of mice.

They have a secret language using infrasound.

They can fly.

They can change color.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the frequency range of infrasound used by elephants?

100 to 200 hertz

50 to 100 hertz

14 to 35 hertz

20 to 20,000 hertz

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can infrasonic calls travel further than high-pitched sounds?

They are faster.

They are more colorful.

They have longer wavelengths and lose energy more slowly.

They are louder.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do elephants enhance their communication range in forests?

By using high-pitched sounds

By shouting louder

By communicating during quieter times of the day

By using sign language

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What atmospheric condition helps elephant calls travel further at night?

Temperature inversion

Rain

Wind

Fog

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated distance elephant calls can travel during a temperature inversion?

1 kilometer

5 kilometers

10 kilometers

20 kilometers

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What folklore is associated with elephants and rain?

Elephants bring bad luck.

Seeing an elephant means rain is coming.

Elephants can control the weather.

Elephants are afraid of rain.

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