Biomimicry
Potpourri
Beavers
100

Define biomimicry

When human solve problems with ideas from nature

100

What did we use to waterproof fabric?

candle wax

100

What invention was inspired by beavers?

Dams

200

What plant inspired velcro?

Burr

200

Name two animals that use camouflage.

owl, chameleon, insects, octopus, etc.

200

What do beavers use to build dams?

Branches and trees

300

What animal's shell inspired a helmet?

Turtle

300

Name one reason animals use camouflage

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300

Why do beavers build dams?

Protection
400

What insect inspired a needle?

Mosquito

400

Name one reason animals use camouflage.

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400

Beavers are called one of nature's greatest -------.

Engineers

500

In the video, what inspired medical staplers for surgery?

Porcupine quills

500

Name one reason an animal uses camouflage.

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500

Dams slow down the flow of water, which reduces ---------.

Erosion

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