10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a step in the general procedures for the lab exercise?
Washing of specimen (wash the preserved frog using tap water)
How can you determine the sex of a frog based on the size of its body?
If the frog is smaller than 7 inches, it is male
What is the shape of the snout of a female frog?
Round
What is the presence of vocal sacs an indicator of?
Male frog
What does a swollen thumb indicate in a frog?
Female frog
Which of the following is a step in the general procedures for the lab exercise?
Wear your lab gown and facemask
What is the shape of the snout of a male frog?
Pointed
What is the presence of vocal sacs an indicator of?
Male frog
What does a swollen thumb indicate in a female frog?
It is a sign of mating readiness
What is the pigmentation of the skin in a male frog?
Darkly pigmented
Study Notes
Sex Determination in Frogs
- The size of a frog's body is not a reliable indicator of its sex.
- A female frog has a rounded snout.
- The presence of vocal sacs is an indicator of a male frog.
- A swollen thumb in a male frog is an indicator of its sex.
Sex Characteristics
- Male frogs have a more pigmented skin compared to females.
- A swollen thumb is a characteristic of male frogs, not female frogs.
Learn how to determine the sex of a frog with this quiz. Explore the different factors to consider, such as body size and appearance. Test your knowledge and enhance your understanding of frog anatomy and identification.
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