Vocabulary
Animals
Explain
Superheros
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BIO = LIFE
MIMICRY = IMITATE
What is biomimicry?
To imitate life or nature!
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What inspired the design of boat hulls?
The shape of fish
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In what ways are solar cells similar to plant leaves?
Solar cells are like plant leaves because both capture sunlight and convert it into energy. Photosynthesis, capturing energy from sun light.
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This superhero uses webs to swing between buildings. His powers are inspired by the way spiders use their silk. Who is he?
Answer: Spider-Man
200
What is an "adaptation"?
An adaptation is a special feature or behavior that helps a plant or animal survive. For example, a cheetah’s speed is an adaptation for catching prey.
200
What inspired the design of solar cells?
Plant leaves
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In what ways are planes similar to birds?
Wings, body shapes, falcon beaks. wings for flight, are designed to glide through the air efficiently, and use lift to stay airborne.
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This superhero has a super-strong suit of armor that mimics the tough exoskeleton of animals like insects. Who is he?
Answer: Iron Man
300
What does "function" mean in biomimicry?
Function is the job or purpose of something in nature. For example, a spider's silk has the function of catching prey and building webs.
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What inspired the design of airplanes?
Birds
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In what way is a hummingbird similar to modern drones?
Hummingbirds can hover and fly in all directions, and scientists have created small drones that mimic hummingbirds’ ability to hover and maneuver in tight spaces.
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This hero can communicate with marine life, just like dolphins and whales use sound to talk to each other underwater. Who is he?
Answer: Aquaman
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What is "structure" in biomimicry?
Structure means the shape or design of something in nature. For example, airplane wings are inspired by the structure of bird wings.
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What inspired the design of Velcro?
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Prickly seeds
400
In what way is an elephant’s trunk similar to robotic prosthetics?
Answer: An elephant’s trunk is flexible and strong, capable of delicate movements, and robotic prosthetics are designed to mimic this functionality to give users more control and flexibility.
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This superhero’s ability to leap incredible distances and have strength is inspired by gorillas and other powerful animals. Who is he?
Answer: The Hulk
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What is "behavior" in biomimicry?
Behavior is how an animal or plant acts to survive or solve problems. For example, birds flying in a V shape to save energy is a behavior that inspires teamwork in flight.
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What inspired the design of climbing robots?
Robots mimic the way insects climb walls, using sticky or gripping surfaces to move vertically.
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In what way is a crab’s claw similar to prosthetic hands?
Answer: A crab’s claw is strong and can hold things, just like prosthetic hands can be designed to help people grab and hold objects.
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This superhero can adapt to any environment and change her shape, much like how animals can blend into their surroundings. Who is she?
Answer: Mystique (X-Men)