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Write 2 short sentences about the jellyfish rhopalia and explain what it does to the jellyfish as a 6th grader
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Rhopalia are tiny sensory organs around the edge of a jellyfish’s bell. They hold simple eyes and balance sensors that help the jellyfish sense light and orientation.
Explanation for a 6th grader:
Rhopalia are like the jellyfish’s little sensor centers. They tell the jellyfish which way is up, whether it is light or dark, and help control the pulsing of its bell so it can swim. This helps the jellyfish find food and move the right way in the water. Without rhopalia, the jellyfish would have trouble sensing its surroundings and swimming normally.
Explanation for a 6th grader:
Rhopalia are like the jellyfish’s little sensor centers. They tell the jellyfish which way is up, whether it is light or dark, and help control the pulsing of its bell so it can swim. This helps the jellyfish find food and move the right way in the water. Without rhopalia, the jellyfish would have trouble sensing its surroundings and swimming normally.