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高中英语选修B1U5Revealing nature A journey of discoveryHave you ever seen these mysterious animals?Starting outLook at the page from a sciencemagazine and answer the questions.1. What do you know about these animals?What makes them special?Komodo dragon: It evolved in Australia and spread westward …Duck-billed platypus: The oldest discovered fossil of it dates back to about 100,000 years ago …Nautilus: It often considered “living fossils” …They are all species that exit thousands of years on earth; They are old and rare (unusual).2. What other similar animals do you know about? Share your knowledge with the class.Komodo dragon:(科莫多巨晰）Komodo dragons were first encountered by Western researchers in 1910. The researchers said the ancestor of the Komodo dragon most likely evolved in Australia and spread westward, reaching the Indonesian island of Flores 900000 years ago.The Komodo dragonThe Komodo dragon is the largest lizard in the world. It can grow to three metres in length and can weigh about 135 kilograms. Despite its size and weight, it can run for short distances at up to 20 kilometres per hour.Duck-billed platypus: The first scientists to examine a preserved platypus body judged it a fake in the late 18th century. The oldest discovered fossil of the modern platypus dates back to about 100000 years ago. The Duck-billed platypusThe duck-billed platypus is a small egg-laying mammal (up to 60 cm in length) found only in Eastern Australia including Tasmania. As its name suggests, it has a mouth that looks like a duck`s bill, while its thick fur and flat tail are similar to those of a beaver（海狸）.NautilusFossil records indicate that the nautilus has survived relatively unchanged for around 500 million years. That is why it is often given the name “living fossil.” Watch the video and answer the questions.1. How can seeds travel? How can this benefit plants?Seeds usually are carried by the wind, water, and animals.Plants can have a better chance at life.2. Can you think o