Sea Shapes

1. Dolphins have torpedo-shaped bodies that help them move very fast. Can you name 3 man-made machines that have similar shapes?
2. Can you see anything common between a manta ray and a bat? How do you think the Manta Ray’s large fins affect its speed?
3. Starfish have tube feet that suck in water and help the starfish to stick to surfaces.Can you think of a machine that also uses suction?
4. Octopus move by jet propulsion - by squirting out water very hard.Can you name a man-made machine that uses jet propulsion?
5. Whales have streamlined (pointed) bodies that help them move easily through the water.Can you name a part of a bird that is streamlined?
6. The gulper eel has loosely hinged jaws that can open very wide.Can you think of a bird with a beak that looks similar?
7. A cylindrical body shape with small limbs helps reduce the amount of body heat lost in the deep, cold water.Can you name another sea mammal that has a similar shape?
   

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