Do all animals socially isolate to avoid disease?

Whether or not animals socially isolate depends on the circumstances and the cost-benefit analysis.

This article is best suited to year 8-10 Biology students who are looking to apply their understanding of cells, body systems and genetics to a real-world and current global context.

Word Count: 547

Years: 8, 9, 10

Topics:

Biological Sciences –  Cells, Living Things

Additional: Careers, Technology

Concepts (South Australia):

Biological Sciences – Diversity and Evolution, Form and Function

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