Standard Science Primary 3 Diversity

Jun Jie placed a grasshopper in a glass jar and covered the top with a piece of plastic wrap, securing it tightly with a rubber band. After one day, the grasshopper died. Which of the following best explains why?

A The grasshopper did not have enough air.
B The grasshopper did not have enough water.
C The grasshopper did not have enough sunlight.
D The grasshopper did not have enough food.
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Step 1: Recognize that the jar was sealed with plastic wrap and a rubber band. Step 2: A sealed container prevents fresh air from entering. Step 3: Living things need air to breathe and survive. Step 4: The grasshopper died due to lack of air.

Correct answer: The grasshopper did not have enough air.

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