Investigating Simple Animal Responses (AQA A-Level Biology): Quizzes
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What is kinesis?
What is kinesis?
Altered movement in unsuitable conditions
How do animals respond during kinesis?
How do animals respond during kinesis?
They increase direction changes & speed
How many environmental conditions are tested in the choice chamber?
How many environmental conditions are tested in the choice chamber?
Four
How long should woodlice acclimatise in the choice chamber?
How long should woodlice acclimatise in the choice chamber?
10 minutes
Which environmental conditions do woodlice prefer?
Which environmental conditions do woodlice prefer?
Dark and damp
Why should a spoon be used instead of forceps to handle woodlice?
Why should a spoon be used instead of forceps to handle woodlice?
Forceps may cause stress or injury
What does statistical significance at mean?
What does statistical significance at mean?
Less than 5% probability by chance
Why do woodlice prefer damp conditions?
Why do woodlice prefer damp conditions?
They lack waxy cuticles & lose water
What is the main safety protocol after handling woodlice?
What is the main safety protocol after handling woodlice?
Wash hands thoroughly with soap
How does woodlice movement change in favourable conditions?
How does woodlice movement change in favourable conditions?
Movement becomes less frantic & settled