Instructional Video

Lightning-Strike Cabal Acts like a Taser

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Observe how the toxin snails release acts in the nervous system of fish. After the explanation, pupils better understand the consequences for both the fish and the snail thanks to the predatory adaptation.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Discuss how adapting this toxin might help humans
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior understanding of nerves and how tasers work
  • Video available in both MWV and MOV formats for download
Pros
  • Provides a full transcript as a PDF for those who need it
  • Requires very little class time
Cons
  • None
NGSS