U2 Lab Practical: Anole Lizard Dissection

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U2 Lab Practical: Anole Lizard Dissection

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What is one reason for why anole lizards change color?

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What triggers anole lizards to change color?

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What is the main function of the small intestine in an anole lizard?

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How do "sticky" digits benefit anoles in their habitat?

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What unique feature do the anoles have on their digits?

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This image shows the ____________  side of the anole lizard.

What is another name for the tympanic membrane?

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What is the primary function of the tympanic membrane?

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When you watch the next video, it does have sound.  So, turn your volume down before you play it and/or use earbuds/headphones.  Thank you!

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Why is the quadrate bone important for anole lizards?

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This anole lizard lost it's tail. Here is what it looks like under the dissecting microscope at the site of where the tail disconnected. Why do anole lizards detach their tails?

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What is the primary function of scales on anole lizards?

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The structure held in the forceps pumps blood throughout the body. What system does it belong to?

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What is the name of the brightly colored structure? It's function is to attract mates and signal territory dominance.

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Watch the following video.  NOTE: It does not have sound.

What is one reason for why anole lizards change color?

What triggers anole lizards to change color?

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The organ labeled "A" is primarily responsible for producing bile for the digestion of fats, storing energy in the form of glucose and lipids, detoxifying blood, and so much more. What is this organ called?

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What system does this structure labeled “A” belong to?

What is the main function of the small intestine in an anole lizard?

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How do "sticky" digits benefit anoles in their habitat?

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What unique feature do the anoles have on their digits?

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Where is the structure labeled "B" located in the body?

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What is the function of acids and enzymes found in the structure labeled "B"?

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This image shows the ____________  side of the anole lizard.

Match the label letter to the anatomical structure.

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Which structure is used for capturing prey?

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What is the function of the structure labeled "F"?

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What does the structure labeled "I" indicate about the lizard's diet?

What is another name for the tympanic membrane?

What is the primary function of the tympanic membrane?

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What is the name of the structure labeled "C"?

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What helps this structure labeled "C" absorb nutrients effectively?

When you watch the next video, it does have sound.  So, turn your volume down before you play it and/or use earbuds/headphones.  Thank you!

Why is the quadrate bone important for anole lizards?

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What is the name of the organ, labeled letter "D," that is responsible for gas exchange in a lizard?

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What gases are exchanged in the anole lizard lungs? Check all that apply.

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This anole lizard lost it's tail. Here is what it looks like under the dissecting microscope at the site of where the tail disconnected. Why do anole lizards detach their tails?

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What is the primary function of scales on anole lizards?

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The structure held in the forceps pumps blood throughout the body. What system does it belong to?

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What is the name of the brightly colored structure? It's function is to attract mates and signal territory dominance.

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Thank you for completing this Sum It Up!

The organ labeled "A" is primarily responsible for producing bile for the digestion of fats, storing energy in the form of glucose and lipids, detoxifying blood, and so much more.  What is this organ called?

Liver

Heart

Lungs

Stomach

What system does this structure labeled “A” belong to?

They help them swim faster.

They allow climbing on trees and walls.

They attract mates during breeding.

Modified scales that have tiny hairs that increase grip on surfaces.

Large pads for better grip.

Color-changing to blend in.

Where is the structure labeled "B" located in the body?

Above the heart.

Between the esophagus and small intestine.

Next to the brain.

Within the lungs.

What is the function of acids and enzymes found in the structure labeled "B"?

Match the label letter to the anatomical structure.

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
G		external nares
E		eyelids
J		eye
F		tongue
I		teeth
H		external ear opening

Which structure is used for capturing prey?

What is the function of the structure labeled "F"?

What does the structure labeled "I" indicate about the lizard's diet?

What is the name of the structure labeled "C"?

cloaca

heart

liver

small intestine

What helps this structure labeled "C" absorb nutrients effectively?

What is the name of the organ, labeled letter "D," that is responsible for gas exchange in a lizard?

Heart

Gills

Skin

Lungs

What gases are exchanged in the anole lizard lungs? Check all that apply.

To lose weight easily.

To escape from predators quickly.

To grow larger faster.

To regulate body temperature.

For locomotion and movement.

To protect the skin from environmental damage.

Nervous system

Circulatory system

Respiratory system

dewlap

quadrate bone

fatty tissue

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external nares

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eyelids

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eye

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tongue

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teeth

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external ear opening

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