 Nauren taking the mass of her tortoise. Notice the position of the tortoise! Sometimes the tortoise is not cooperative and will walk off the scale. There is a small film container top beneath the tortoise shell to help keep the tortoise balanced |
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This diagram illustrates how the length is measured. Maintaining good records of mass help when determining the health of a tortoise. |
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Michael
explains Sam's weighing technique to the Environmental Club.
Michael further explains how it is important to take precise
measurements when measuring the tortoise. Precise measurements
help us to provide information on 