The squid's body plan has developed for fast action. The shell is reduced to a thin "pen." The mantle wall has elastic fibers that intensify the jet propulsion. Giant nerves allow a fast reflex and three hearts pump oxygen to the gills. [1:34]

Concepts

squid

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Additional Tags

mollusc animation, mollusc animation: squid body plan, ohio 6.ls.4.c, sea studios foundation, shape of life, diverse body plans

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
• The intended use for this resource is Instructional