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Lesson 62 of 84 · Life Cycles
ExperimentCamouflage in the Animal Kingdom (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
Animal behaviors can be innate (born with) or learned. A spider spinning a web is innate behavior, while a dog learning to sit on command is learned behavior.
Key Words
- photosynthesis
- vertebrate
- invertebrate
Materials Needed
- plastic wrap
- ruler
- magnifying glass
- paper towels
- markers
- tape
Safety First
- Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.
- Do not look directly at the sun or bright lights.
- Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: Animal behaviors can be innate (born with) or learned. A spider spinning a web is innate behavior, while a dog learning to sit on command is learned behavior.
Step 2 — Do
Create a labeled diagram of what you built or observed.
Step 3 — Observe
Note any unexpected results.
Step 4 — Record
Share your findings with the class or a partner.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What is a biome?