What is a common feature among shrimp, lobsters, and crabs regarding their shells?

Hermit Crab Adaptation and Behavior

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They never change their shells.
They shed their shells as they grow.
They share shells with other species.
They have no protective shells.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are hermit crabs different from true crabs?
They live alone and never in groups.
They are more similar to lobsters.
They have a hard shell covering their entire body.
They do not need a shell for protection.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do hermit crabs need to find new shells as they grow?
Their shells become too small.
Their shells are eaten by predators.
Their shells become too heavy.
Their shells dissolve in water.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential problem hermit crabs face when searching for a new shell?
Finding a shell that is too colorful.
Finding a shell that is too large to carry.
Finding a shell that is too smooth.
Finding a shell that is too transparent.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What might hermit crabs do if multiple crabs find the same suitable shell?
They ignore the shell and move on.
They form a line from smallest to largest.
They destroy the shell to prevent others from using it.
They share the shell by taking turns.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one strategy hermit crabs use when they encounter a new shell?
They immediately abandon their current shell.
They wait to see if another crab will leave a larger shell.
They bury the shell to hide it from others.
They paint the shell to claim ownership.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can hermit crabs use as a temporary home if they cannot find a suitable shell?
A piece of seaweed
A rock
A can or other debris
A piece of coral
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