VDA#7
Due: Friday, February 15; 11:59pm CST
Directions: Read the article entitled Delving into Dung and:
a)answer the following questions in complete sentences
b)use your own words
c) be sure to use the article when answering the questions. The answers are all found within the article, with exception to the last question! For that question, you must use your own brain (or, do a quick google search).
d) If there are two or more questions, highlight the question and the answer appropriately in your post.
e) Don't forget to label your VDA post as VDA7
Good luck!
1. What is the benefit of checking feces (poop, scat, dung, droppings) for hormones versus checking the blood of the animal?
2. What four things can you learn from an organism's droppings?
3. What hormone is produced when some animals are stressed or starving?
4. What did the researchers conclude contributed to the higher stress in orcas and how did the scientists come to that conclusion?
5. Give two reasons why dung beetles climb atop the balls of dung.
6. What is the relationship between the Kakapo and the Hades flowers? In your answer, be sure to include how each species benefits the other.
7. Why is the Hades flower called "Hades" flower?
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