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  • Is Alabama in the path of totality?
    No
  • Define regenerate.
    grow again, especially to replace a lost or damaged part by growing a new one.
  • Define refuges.
    Places that provide shelter or protection.
  • Why are axolotls endangered? Give two reasons.
    habitat loss, pollution, and predators
  • Are parts of Texas in the path of totality?
    Yes
  • What valuable metals can you find in many electronic toys? Name two from the article.
    gold and copper
  • How many states have rules about recycling electronics?
    25 states (and Washington D.C.)
  • Define regulations.
    Official rules or laws
  • In 2022 how many electronic toys were thrown out?
    7 billion
  • Are parts of Mexico in the path of Totality?
    Yes
  • How much garbage is produced by electronics each year?
    7 million tons
  • What is really unique about axolotls? (Think adaptation)
    They can regenerate limbs, organs, and even parts of their brains.
  • Define components.
    parts or elements of something
  • Where is the only place axolotls live in the world?
    Xochimilco (Near Mexico City- I will accept near Mexico City too)
  • For the people in the path of totality, how long will the total eclipse last?
    4 minutes
  • What is the definition for an electronic toy?
    Any toy with a plug or a battery
  • What is the abbreviation for an electronic toy?
    e-toy
  • Define path of totality.
    Places that will see the total solar eclipse.
  • Is Kansas in the path of totality?
    No
  • How many Americans live in the path of totality?
    32 million
  • Define phenomenon.
    An unusual or remarkable event
  • If you aren't in the path of totality then you will only see a ______ _______.
    partial eclipse
  • What should you do with an unwanted electronic toy?
    recycle it or donate it
  • How often do total eclipses occur?
    Every year and a half.
  • How can you help axolotls from home?
    You can adopt one.
  • How many garbage trucks can be filled by electronic waste each year?
    400,000 trucks
  • According to Aztec mythology, what was the Xolotl the god of?
    lightning and fire
  • How many people will travel to see the path of totality?
    4 million
  • Why is the eclipse going to happen?
    The moon is going to move between the earth and sun, blocking the light.
  • What is dangerous about throwing away electronic toys?
    The chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater putting people and animals at risk.
  • What are axolotls classified as?
    amphibians
  • According to Aztec mythology, how was the axolotl created?
    Xolotyl, the god, turned himself into one to escape being sacrificed.
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