4-6. DESCRIBE THE VALUE OF THE GIANT SQUID LOLIGO FOR RESEARCH ON NE...

1.4-6. Describe the value of the giant squid Loligo for research on neural processes and human

disease.

Difficulty:

2

Question ID:

1.4-6

Page Ref:

MPK

Topic:

Watch: “Studying Squid”

Skill:

Conceptual

Answer: The squid possesses a giant axon that can easily be removed and studied in the

laboratory. Experiments involving these axons have the potential to help us understand human

diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.