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A large brain helps the octopus change both color and texture as a form of defense. A video series details the unique features of the mollusks as quick-change artists. It describes the cellular changes and chemical reactions controlling this defensive mechanism.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Designed
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Instructional Ideas
- Discuss how the change in skin texture helps with camouflage
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of mollusks and camouflage
- Video permits streaming, downloading, and sharing
Pros
- Highlights new vocabulary throughout
- Links to many related videos
Cons
- None