The Brain Scoop: Tetrapodal Locomotion (Accessible Preview)

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Channel: Described and Captioned Media Program · 2018 · Education

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In this episode, host Emily Graslie discusses the anatomy of various mammals and how they move. Tetrapods generally use three different types of locomotion. Graslie highlights three groups of animals and the science behind their movements: plantigrade animals, digitigrade animals, and unguligrade animals. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.

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