Can a Snapping Turtle Bite Break a Human Hand?

Can a Snapping Turtle Bite Break a Human Hand?

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Biology

6th - 9th Grade

Hard

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Coyote Peterson and Ray Tiller explore the bite strength of snapping turtles by conducting tests with prosthetic hands. They discuss the potential dangers of snapping turtle bites and compare them to human bite strength. The video emphasizes the importance of safety and provides insights into the behavior and power of these reptiles.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of Coyote Peterson and Ray Tiller's adventure?

To determine if a snapping turtle can bite off a human finger

To catch and release snapping turtles

To film a documentary about turtles

To document the habitat of snapping turtles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Coyote Peterson's favorite location for catching snapping turtles?

Everglades National Park

Central Park, New York

Yellowstone National Park

Blended Woods Metropark in Columbus, OH

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a unique feature of the snapping turtle discussed in the video?

It has a long tail

It is very small

It is covered in algae

It has sharp teeth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three factors involved in a snapping turtle bite?

Speed, pinch point, and crushing power

Speed, size, and color

Crushing power, color, and speed

Pinch point, size, and weight

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Ray Tiller use to test his bite strength?

A rubber toy

A piece of wood

A prosthetic hand

A real human hand

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of Ray Tiller's bite test on the prosthetic hand?

He damaged the hand slightly

He broke his tooth

He bit off the thumb

He couldn't break the skin

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the snapping turtle able to do during its bite test?

Break the stick holding the hand

Barely scratch the surface

Crush the bone and remove a finger

Hold the hand without damage

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