Investigating Simple Animal Responses (AQA A-Level Biology): Flashcards
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What is kinesis?
What is kinesis?
Increased movement & direction changes in unfavourable conditions
What woodlice do during kinesis
What woodlice do during kinesis
Increase direction changes & move at greater speeds
Acclimatisation time in choice chamber
Acclimatisation time in choice chamber
10 minutes
Statistical test for woodlice distribution
Statistical test for woodlice distribution
Chi-squared test
Chi-squared formula
Chi-squared formula
where =observed, =expected
Meaning of p=0.05 significance level
Meaning of p=0.05 significance level
Less than 5% probability results occurred by chance
Preferred environment for woodlice
Preferred environment for woodlice
Dark, damp environments
Why woodlice prefer damp conditions
Why woodlice prefer damp conditions
Lack waxy cuticles, lose water rapidly in dry conditions
Number of woodlice used in investigation
Number of woodlice used in investigation
Approximately 10 individuals
Safety protocol after handling woodlice
Safety protocol after handling woodlice
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water
