Animal Locomotion Quiz
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Which type of animals typically have a locomotion mechanism that costs very little energy per unit distance?

  • Herbivorous animals
  • Sedentary animals
  • Carnivorous animals
  • Migratory animals that travel vast distances (correct)

Why do animals move according to the text?

  • To hibernate
  • To sunbathe
  • To find food, a mate, a suitable microhabitat, or to escape predators (correct)
  • To build nests

What has shaped the locomotion methods and mechanisms used by moving organisms?

  • Mutation
  • Genetic drift
  • Natural selection (correct)
  • Artificial selection

What is an example of passive locomotion mentioned in the text?

<p>Sailing (some jellyfish) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of active locomotion mentioned in the text?

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Study Notes

Locomotion Mechanisms

  • Animals that have evolved to minimize energy expenditure per unit distance are typically slow-moving, small-sized, and have a large surface area, such as snakes and earthworms.

Reasons for Animal Movement

  • Animals move to achieve specific goals, such as finding food, escaping predators, breeding, and migrating to suitable living environments.

Evolution of Locomotion Methods

  • The evolution of locomotion methods and mechanisms in moving organisms has been shaped by natural selection, where the most energy-efficient and effective methods have been favored.

Examples of Locomotion

Passive Locomotion

  • An example of passive locomotion is the drift of seaweed and other marine plants, which use ocean currents to move around.

Active Locomotion

  • An example of active locomotion is the movement of animals such as cheetahs, which use their muscles to generate force and propel themselves forward.

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Test your knowledge of animal locomotion with this quiz! Explore the various methods of movement used by animals, from running and swimming to flying and gliding. Learn about both self-propelled and passive locomotion as you answer questions on this fascinating topic.

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