Some Insects Can Stride on the Surface of Water Because

question 48

Multiple Choice

Some insects can stride on the surface of water because water

• A) has a high specific heat.
• B) has lower density when frozen.
• C) is a good solvent.
• D) has surface tension.
• E) resists temperature changes.

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Definitions:

Tympanic Membrane

Also known as the eardrum, it is a thin layer that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.

Middle Ear

The air-filled space located between the eardrum and inner ear containing the auditory ossicles.

Binaural

Pertaining to or involving both ears, often used to describe hearing processes that use input from both ears to perceive sound.

Bin-

A prefix used in the English language to denote a quantity of two, coming from Latin origin meaning "two" or "twice."