Sensory Adaptations: Ears and Eyes
Analyzing how physical features like ears and eyes help animals perceive their environment and survive.
Key Questions
- Explain how the structure of an owl's ears enhances its ability to hunt in darkness.
- Compare the visual capabilities of nocturnal animals with those of diurnal animals.
- Predict how a change in an animal's sensory environment might impact its survival strategies.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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