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Animal Autotomy Defense Strategy

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What does the text suggest about the autonomy of a limb in the animal kingdom?

It is a rare defense strategy used by only a few species.

It is a common defense strategy for many animals. (correct)

It is a defense strategy that has not been studied in detail.

It is a defense strategy primarily used by lizards.

How does a lizard's tail remain attached until needed?

By having a flexible and elastic attachment point.

By forming a hard shell around the attachment point.

Through a chemical bond with the lizard's body.

Due to an internal design with micropillars, prongs, and nanopores. (correct)

What is the purpose of the micropillars, prongs, and nanopores in a lizard's tail?

To allow the tail to break off at any point when needed.

To provide structural support and flexibility to the tail. (correct)

To help the tail grow back quickly after being detached.

To protect the tail from minor bumps and scrapes.

Based on the information in the text, why is it important for a lizard's tail to have a hierarchical internal structure?

To enable the lizard to decide how much of its tail to sacrifice in different situations. Signup and view all the answers

How does the internal structure of a lizard's tail contribute to its defense mechanism?

By providing a means for the tail to break off when needed. Signup and view all the answers

What did scientists do to study lizard tails, as mentioned in the text?

They gave the tails a gentle tug to separate them from the lizard bodies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the internal structure of lizard tails, based on the information in the text?

To gain insight into developing advanced defense strategies for other animals. Signup and view all the answers

What do scientists aim to achieve by studying lizard tails from different species?

To gain a comprehensive understanding of tail autonomy and its adaptations. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Yong-Ak Song mention that finding the right amount of attachment is 'a fine balance'?

Because too much attachment can hinder movement and flexibility of the tail. Signup and view all the answers

What do micropillars, prongs, and nanopores act as in a lizard's tail?

Segments that clip into each other for structural support and flexibility. Signup and view all the answers