Spring 2014 - SEYS 562
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The Mystery Object!
![Mystery Object!](mysteryobject_files/mobject.gif)
Dr. Brian Murfin
1) You have been given an
object. We have no idea
what this object is, it may even be of
extraterrestrial origin. Examine
it carefully, and make sure to use all of your
senses. Pass it
around the room. Carefully write down your
observations and make a sketch of the object.
2) Now we need one brave soul to
dissect it. Make a
longitudinal cut through the
object. Examine the
interior of the object, make a careful labelled drawing,
and record your observations.
3) If you dare, smell and taste
some of the material from inside the object (don't worry
it won't hurt you). Describe
the taste and smell as accurately as you can. Continue
on the back of the page if necessary.
4) Based on your observations,
what do you think this object is? Explain
your answer.
5) Livings things have adaptations
which help them to survive.
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What
features of this object might help it to survive?
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How
might it be adapted to its environment?
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What
might that environment look like?
6)
Please list any other comments or questions you
have about this object.
7) How could this
object be utilized in the teaching of science? Please give
specific examples.
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