How Snakes Shed Their Skin

The video takes place in a reptile room where the teacher introduces Pine Cone, a bull or gopher snake. The teacher checks Pine Cone's shed to ensure her health, explaining the importance of hydration for shedding. The video details the snake shedding process, describing the layers of snake skin and how they separate. Finally, the teacher highlights Pine Cone's healthy, shiny scales after shedding.

What was the initial concern about Pine Cone's condition when she was first checked?

• She was overfed.

• She was too cold.

• She was dehydrated.

• She was too aggressive.

What are the two main layers of snake skin?

• Keratin and Collagen

• Dermis and Epidermis

• Scales and Tissues

• Epidermis and Hypodermis

What causes a snake to appear 'blue' during the shedding process?

• The temperature of the environment

• The snake's mood

• The separation of old scales from the epidermis

• The snake's diet

How does a snake typically start the process of removing its old scales?

• By soaking in water

• By using its tail to peel off scales

• By rubbing its mouth on a branch or rock

• By shedding in small pieces

What is the appearance of a snake's scales after a successful shed?

• Thick and hard

• Shiny and smooth

• Blue and foggy

• Dull and rough